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individualistic

/ˌɪn.dɪˌvɪdʒ.u.əˈlɪs.tɪk/
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Adverb:individualistically
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1

More interested in individual people than in society as a whole, or showing strong independence and original thought in one's actions and beliefs.

Example

"Her highly individualistic approach to painting set her apart from the traditionalists at the academy."

2

Relating to or characterized by the social or political philosophy of individualism, which emphasizes personal liberty and self-reliance over collective or state control.

Example

"Researchers often contrast the individualistic culture of the United States with the more collectivist traditions of East Asia."

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individualism
individualist
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individualistically
individuality
individualize

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from 'individualist' plus the suffix '-ic', ultimately tracing back to Medieval Latin 'individualis' (indivisible), from Latin 'in-' (not) and 'dividuus' (divisible).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Individualistic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/individualistic
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