Synonyms of individuality

individuality

noun

ˌin-də-ˌvi-jə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

1

as in identity

the set of qualities that make a person different from other people

her individuality showed through in everything she did

Synonyms & Similar Words

• identity
• personality
• individualism
• character
• selfhood
• uniqueness
• distinctiveness
• self-identity
• oneness
• singularity
• separateness
• idiosyncrasy
• peculiarity
• temperament
• singleness
• independence
• nature
• humor
• temper
• disposition

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conformity
• conventionality

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entity
• object
• substance
• individual
• reality
• something
• thing
• being
• commodity
• body
• existent
• matter
• subject
• integer
• material
• quantity
• stuff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonentity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of individuality

Nothing at all is missing in our spiritual individuality, our individual reflection of Him. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Sep. 2026

Over time that label has grown into a kind of manifesto for diversity and inclusion and women’s empowerment, touting individuality. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

Carter’s says the symbol represents every child's individuality and potential. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026

The strongest hospitality organizations will be those capable of combining the individuality and privacy of exceptional homes with the discipline, responsiveness and accountability expected from the best hotels. — Jeffery Khoury, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026