INDIVIDUALISM Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

individualism

noun

ˌin-də-ˈvi-jə-wə-ˌli-zəm

Definition of individualism

as in trick

an odd or peculiar habit the novelist gives each character an assortment of individualisms that sets them apart

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as in identity

the set of qualities that make a person different from other people his individualism and epic vision set him well apart from other architects of his generation

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Recent Examples of individualism Culturally, college football scratches the human itch for tribalism, which America’s ethos of individualism fortunately discourages. — George F. Will, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026 Naturally, this kind of rugged individualism poses risks to the broader labor market. — Noah Yosif, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 An act of controversy, a stunning goal or striking individualism. — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 That’s what the world needs more of—less individualism and more community action—and that’s what flowers have been doing all along. — Brianne Kane, Scientific American, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for individualism

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Noun

How modular workstation sinks work A workstation sink looks like a standard basin at first glance, but the walls hide the trick.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
With each trick and tactic, companies are reinventing the ripoff right under our noses.

— Lindsay Owens, Washington Post, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of trick

Noun

The drug induces a powerful loss of personal identity and a brief but total dissolution of time and space.

— Ryan Sullivan, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
The challenge now is making sure the album has enough time to establish its own identity instead of getting lost in that quick turnaround or blending with the Something Beautiful era.

— Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of identity

Noun

Below, Forbes Coaches Council members share some unusual questions to ask and the kinds of traits or behaviors their answers may reveal.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
The early amphibian is described in a study published today in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology, and is an example of how some of the classic traits seen in today’s living frogs and salamanders evolved.

— Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of trait

Noun

Useful feedback can sharpen the execution without flattening the personality.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026
The Besties in Haunted High will debut globally on October 13 comprising six 30-minute episodes, following the online personalities as their school’s empty Halloween dance turns into a nightmare.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of personality

Noun

Precious metals, coins, and stones require different checks, and both their characteristics and applicable market prices inform the amount offered.

— Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026
These characteristics, along with technical skills that include critical thinking, are ideal in candidate evaluation today.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of characteristic

Noun

In the case of Aries, for instance, this Fire sign has everything to do with individuality, assertion and the raw instinct to act on one’s desires.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026
The focus shifts away from the sitter’s individuality and toward the richness and refinement of his attire, which undoubtedly conveys his status and pride.

— Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of individuality

Noun

Growing older, Christian inherited his father’s mannerisms and infectious energy and often wears a glittering Bad Boy chain around his neck, firmly tying himself to his father’s shadow.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026
Others noticed how similar Ella’s voice and mannerisms are to Bening’s.

— Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of mannerism

Noun

But the scenes of Roy using household objects to relay the action of the game (accompanied by twinkling music) push Keeley beyond the limits of eccentricity.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2026
This vast misshapen island was traditionally noted for ghosts, folktales, eccentricity, fish, and friendliness.

— Paul Theroux, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of eccentricity

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