individualism

noun

ˌin-də-ˈvi-jə-wə-ˌli-zəm How to pronounce individualism (audio)
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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 As the historian Richard Hofstadter has written, American ideas of efficiency, individualism, and liberty during this period were rooted in a capitalist system that rewarded those who could demonstrate their fitness. — Jeffery Vacante, Hartford Courant, 19 Jan. 2025 The casting was diverse and inclusive, embracing a range of identities and backgrounds that reflect the true spirit of the U.K. There was also a distinct British punk edge to many of the collections, and a sense of rebellion, of individualism, that is unmistakably part of British fashion. — Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025 Dispelling the myth of individualism According to various studies, a significant portion of entrepreneurs experience burnout, with data suggesting that 72% of entrepreneurs struggle with mental health issues, including burnout. — Jasmine Browley, Essence, 11 Feb. 2025 Our health care system nurtures a kind of individualism that leads some to question experts and assume their own risks. — Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for individualism
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  1. trick
  2. identity
  3. trait
  4. personality
  5. characteristic
  6. individuality
  7. mannerism
  8. eccentricity
Noun
  • What Dangerous or Tricky People Might Do Ruda says kids should recognize common tricks that dangerous or tricky person might use to catch them off guard.
    — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 Mar. 2025
  • If not, there will be a new game released tomorrow with another chance to guess the categories, and Newsweek will be back with more tips and tricks to help you along!
    — Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of trick
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  • The film revisits the themes of love and identity that made the series resonate with audiences from the get-go.
    — Jane LaCroix, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Recently, Thomas-Rios sat down with The Kansas City Star’s culture and identity reporter, J.M. Banks, to talk about the importance of volunteering, honing her leadership skills and managing the upcoming conference.
    — J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 29 Mar. 2025
Definition of identity
Noun
  • They are also known for filing lawsuits against government authorities, a trait embodied by Rita Bixby, who filed unsuccessful lawsuits against state entities.
    — Peter D'Abrosca, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • How to build a diversified investment portfolio Diversification is the strategy or process of spreading money among a mix or range of assets with different traits, especially risk levels.
    — Russ Wiles, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025
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  • Those hundred years are full of incredible true stories and larger-than-life personalities.
    — Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Not to mention, there’s a good dose of nostalgia thanks to a couple of pinball machines as well as an old-school Zoltar fortune-telling machine. Closer to our house, the East Brainerd location has a lot of the same decor but still manages to have a personality all its own.
    — Katherine Polcari, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of personality
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  • To pick some specific characteristics, no two athletes are going to have identical muscle constructions, bone densities, leg lengths, centres of gravity, tendon strength, foot-size or foot arches.
    — Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Each impart different characteristics due to their distinct wood grain and chemical compositions.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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  • Healthy spouses recognize the importance of individuality.
    — Mark Travers, Contributor, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2025
  • But Kelly took issue with the idea that the duo’s advice occasionally eradicated all traces of individuality from guests’ personal style — particularly in the case of Ed, a participant who favored brightly colored suits.
    — John Russell, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of individuality
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  • Those mannerisms expand here alongside Othello’s increasing jealousy as Iago’s deception begins to take hold.
    — Dalton Ross, EW.com, 24 Mar. 2025
  • The museum also highlights how Swinton was inspired by authoritarian leaders Benito Mussolini and Kim Il-sung to nail her mannerisms.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025
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  • For all of Bournemouth’s eccentricity, there is no unique identity that jumps off the page.
    — Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
  • However, the large eccentricity means its orbit ranges from as far as 2 astronomical units (300 million km/186 million miles — i.e. twice the Earth–sun distance) from its star to as close as 0.75 AU (112 million km/69.7 million miles).
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2025
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