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individuality

[ in-duh-vij-oo-al-i-tee ]

noun

, plural in·di·vid·u·al·i·ties.
  1. the particular character, or aggregate of qualities, that distinguishes one person or thing from others; sole and personal nature:

    a person of marked individuality.

  2. individualities, individual characteristics.
  3. a person or thing of individual or distinctive character.
  4. state or quality of being individual; existence as a distinct individual.
  5. the interests of the individual as distinguished from the interests of the community.
  6. Archaic. state or quality of being indivisible or inseparable.


individuality

/ ˌɪndɪˌvɪdjʊˈælɪtɪ /

noun

  1. distinctive or unique character or personality

    a work of great individuality

  2. the qualities that distinguish one person or thing from another; identity
  3. the state or quality of being a separate entity; discreteness


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Other Words From

  • nonin·di·vidu·ali·ty noun plural nonindividualities

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Word History and Origins

Origin of individuality1

First recorded in 1605–15; individual + -ity

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Example Sentences

Eventually, Triller wants to monetize the individuality of its talent just like a record label’s artist and repertoire execs do.

From Digiday

Nevertheless, in 2020, scientists made important progress in understanding this balance between interdependence and individuality in biology.

Osho laid a strong emphasis on individuality — the OZYMA instructors each wear a blue T-shirt that reads, “Remove Mask, Be Original.”

From Ozy

Acknowledging the biology that influences our individuality may then empower us to better pool our strengths and harness our collective cognitive capacity to shape the world for the better.

A second is that individuality can be nested — one individual can exist inside another.

He called out the conformism hiding in the pose of rugged individuality.

In a community that honored sameness over individuality, a boy named Jonas learned the truth—and quickly became our hero.

But on their off hours, they embrace 'kawaii,' the trend of dressing in a cute, almost child-like style, to flaunt individuality.

There are still gorgeous gowns being produced, Tfank insists, but the individuality seems to have diminished.

Little ponds encourage individuality and innovation while also providing support and community.

She is skilful in seizing salient characteristics, and her chief aim is to preserve the individuality of her sitters and models.

Men and women alike seemed attracted by him, for his individuality was on a par with his looks.

The moment he passed out of her sight some phase of individuality promptly lit its torch.

Of the parts the young assistant of Nicolas Amati was allowed to put his individuality to, conspicuously stands the scroll.

The faces of a flock of sheep are to a stranger all alike; to the shepherd, each has its personal individuality.

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