individuality

noun

in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvi-jə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

plural individualities

1

a

: total character peculiar to and distinguishing an individual from others

b

: personality

2

: separate or distinct existence

3

: individual, person

4

archaic : the quality or state of being indivisible

Synonyms

• identity
• personality

Examples of individuality in a Sentence

She uses her clothing to express her individuality.

materials that highlight the individuality of each piece in the collection

Recent Examples on the Web

People want to have a diamond that mirrors their uniqueness and individuality. —Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025

Accessories emerged as the unsung heroes, adding depth and individuality to the collections. —Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025

However, both brought individuality back to street style. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2025

Every single one of the aforementioned characters leap off the screen with depth, authenticity, and individuality. —Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 29 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for individuality

• confidentiality
• constitutionality
• immateriality
• intellectuality
• intersectionality
• intertextuality
• referentiality
• superficiality
• territoriality
• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality

Kids Definition

individuality

noun

in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvij-ə-ˈwal-ət-ē 

plural individualities

1

: the qualities that make one person or thing different from all others

2

: the quality or state of being an individual