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
1
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 notesIn 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
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Word forms
- Plural
- individualities
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Etymology
From individual plus the noun suffix -ity.
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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.
