1
as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
her individuality showed through in everything she did
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as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
according to immanentism, God is not so much an individuality as an abstract mind or spirit that pervades the world
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Recent Examples of individuality
Over time, that vision has evolved into building a global community of beauty lovers who embrace artistry, self-expression, and individuality.
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Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
The tribute serves as a powerful reminder to follow the beat of your own drum, trust in your unique talent and embrace your individuality with confidence.
—Karla Cote, Variety, 27 Oct. 2025
Saturn in Aquarius teaches you to trust your individuality and to use it for the greater good of mankind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The family—an ambivalent institution bar none—shapes us, and yet our individuality resists that shaping.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
The tribute serves as a powerful reminder to follow the beat of your own drum, trust in your unique talent and embrace your individuality with confidence.
—Karla Cote, Variety, 27 Oct. 2025
Saturn in Aquarius teaches you to trust your individuality and to use it for the greater good of mankind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The family—an ambivalent institution bar none—shapes us, and yet our individuality resists that shaping.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for individuality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for individuality
Noun
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He was known to the university only as Justin Phillips and none of the school’s records indicated a prior identity, according to the statement.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each image will be accompanied by personal stories exploring themes of identity and resilience.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
6 Nov. 2025
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Anjula Acharia is deepening her partnership with Warner Music Group, launching a new management entity under the 5 Junction umbrella less than a year after establishing the label.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2026
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There are thousands of entities across the state that receive property taxes, including school districts, cities, and county governments.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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Over the course of his life, Reagan worked as a clothing salesman, actor, radio personality, author, and political commentator.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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But his personality is different.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Maintain a safe distance from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Each specimen’s unique characteristics reminded him of the patterns and patinas that distinguish the objects at the family’s haveli, or nobleman’s mansion, in the Pink City.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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He was suspended to begin the 1995 season for cocaine and admitted to having a substance abuse problem.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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That strategy will include connecting people to services and, in some cases, mandating treatment for mental illnesses and substance use.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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Millennials, typically defined as individuals born between the early 1980s and the mid-1990s, are now at a point in their lives where their generational nostalgia is front and center.—
Saba Hamedy,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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Spirited, political, and deeply kind individuals, the Christos were passionately devoted to their artistic vision.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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And the reality of Victoria Park is much more wonderful.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
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This applies universally to how 40-somethings view 50-somethings; 40-something women mostly covet 50-something men because they’ve been burned by their same-age spouses and want a grown-up.—
Linsey Hughes,
Flow Space,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Individuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individuality. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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