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Definition of Individualism
1. Noun. The quality of being individual. "So absorbed by the movement that she lost all sense of individuality"
Generic synonyms: Trait
Specialized synonyms: Singularity, Uniqueness, Distinctiveness, Peculiarity, Speciality, Specialness, Specialty
Attributes: Individual, Single
Derivative terms: Individualist, Individualistic, Individual, Individuate, Individuate
Antonyms: Commonality
2. Noun. A belief in the importance of the individual and the virtue of self-reliance and personal independence.
3. Noun. The doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs.
Generic synonyms: Doctrine, Ism, Philosophical System, Philosophy, School Of Thought
Derivative terms: Individualistic
Definition of Individualism
1. n. The quality of being individual; individuality; personality.
2. n. The principle, policy, or practice of maintaining individuality, or independence of the individual, in action; the theory or practice of maintaining the independence of individual initiative, action, and interests, as in industrial organization or in government.
Definition of Individualism
1. Noun. The tendency for a person to act without reference to others, particularly in matters of style, fashion or mode of thought. ¹
2. Noun. The moral stance, political philosophy, or social outlook that promotes independence and self-reliance of individual people, while opposing the interference with each person's choices by society, the state, or any other group or institution. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Individualism
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Medical Definition of Individualism
1. 1. The quality of being individual; individuality; personality. 2. An excessive or exclusive regard to one's personal interest; self-interest; selfishness. "The selfishness of the small proprietor has been described by the best writers as individualism." (Ed. Rev) Origin: Cf. F. Individualisme. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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