Unprecedented

NOVEL

Think of a word that describes something fresh and original, often used for books or ideas that break new ground.

Unprecedented" hints at something entirely new or never seen before, which directly points to "novel"—a word that means both "original" and "unusual." The clue plays on the literal definition of "novel" as a first-of-its-kind idea or situation, not just a book. It’s a straightforward synonym swap, with no hidden wordplay or tricks.