individually
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for individually, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — One at a time, separately, rather than as a group.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From individual plus -ly.
Full origin of individually →Frequently asked questions
What does “individually” mean?
The word “individually” means one at a time, separately, rather than as a group. In plain terms, one by one, on its own, rather than all together.
How do you pronounce “individually”?
“Individually” is pronounced ihn-dih-VIHD-zhuh-lee (/ˌɪndɪˈvɪd͡ʒ(u)əli/ in IPA).
How do you use “individually” in a sentence?
Here is “individually” used in a sentence: “The teacher spoke to each student individually after class.”
What is the opposite of “individually”?
The opposite of “individually” — its antonyms — are collectively and jointly.
What part of speech is “individually”?
“Individually” is an adverb.
Is “individually” a common word?
“Individually” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between individually and separately?
Both suggest things are treated apart from one another, but individually stresses attention to each single person or item in turn, while separately stresses that they are kept apart or dealt with in isolation. You might wrap gifts separately yet greet guests individually.
What is the difference between individually and collectively?
Individually means one at a time, considering each person or thing on its own. Collectively means as a single group or whole, so "the team performed well collectively" describes the group's overall result, while individually would highlight each member's own contribution.
When should you use individually rather than personally?
Use individually to mean one by one or separately, as in "the items are wrapped individually." Use personally to mean by you yourself or in a personal capacity, as in "I personally checked each one" — the two are not interchangeable.
What are common collocations with individually?
Individually often appears in phrases such as "individually wrapped," "individually packaged," "priced individually," and "individually tailored." These stress that each item is handled on its own rather than as part of a set.