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individuality

ihn-dih-vihd-zhoo-A-lih-tee

Individuality (noun) means the qualities that make a person or thing distinct from others in the same group. Example: “The uniform policy left little room for individuality.”

noun
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The qualities that make a person or thing distinct from others in the same group.
"The uniform policy left little room for individuality."
"She expressed her individuality through her artwork."

How to use individuality

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe things that make someone or something stand out as its own self, not just a copy of everyone else.

Common pairings
express your individuality sense of individuality

Word forms

individualities plural

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Etymology

From individual plus the noun suffix -ity.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “individuality” mean?

The word “individuality” means the qualities that make a person or thing distinct from others in the same group. In plain terms, the things that make someone or something stand out as its own self, not just a copy of everyone else.

How do you pronounce “individuality”?

“Individuality” is pronounced ihn-dih-vihd-zhoo-A-lih-tee (/ˌɪndɪvɪd͡ʒuˈælɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “individuality” in a sentence?

Here is “individuality” used in a sentence: “The uniform policy left little room for individuality.”

What part of speech is “individuality”?

“Individuality” is a noun.

Is “individuality” a common word?

“Individuality” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.

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