individualism
gb/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/ us/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
B2
Αγγλικά
individualizmus, önállóság
ΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΙΚΌ
C1
FORMAL
1
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
individualism (as a principle/ideology)
Many people associate individualism with personal freedom and responsibility.
Sokan az individualizmust a személyes szabadsággal és felelősséggel társítják.
Critics argue that extreme individualism can weaken social solidarity.
A kritikusok szerint a szélsőséges individualizmus gyengítheti a társadalmi szolidaritást.
The debate often contrasts individualism with collectivism in shaping public policy.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
Individualism is important in some cultures.
Egyes kultúrákban fontos az individualizmus.
She believes in individualism and personal choice.
Hisz az individualizmusban és az egyéni választásban.
Συχνό λάθος:
Do not confuse individualism (a social/political idea) with individuality (being different from others).
Σημασία
belief in individual freedom
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
promote individualism
|celebrate individualism
|Western individualism
|cultural individualism
|political individualism
|economic individualism
|extreme individualism
|a culture of individualism
|individualism versus collectivism
|the rise of individualism
Συνώνυμα
individual freedom (Focuses on personal liberty rather than a broader ideology.)
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self-determination (Emphasizes making one’s own decisions; often used about groups as well as individuals.)
Αντώνυμα
collectivism (Prioritizes the group and shared goals over individual goals.)
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communitarianism (Stresses community responsibilities and social ties.)
Θέματα
politics
|society
|culture
|philosophy
Ορισμός
the idea that people should be free to make their own choices and not be controlled by a group or government
The belief that the individual and their rights, freedom, and choices are more important than the needs or control of a group, society, or the state.
ΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΙΚΌ
B2
2
önállóság
B2
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[someone]'s individualism
Her individualism showed in the way she ignored trends and chose her own style.
Az önállósága abban mutatkozott meg, hogy nem követte a trendeket, hanem a saját stílusát választotta.
The team appreciated his individualism, but they also needed him to collaborate.
A csapat értékelte az önállóságát, de arra is szükség volt, hogy együttműködjön.
Teenagers often test boundaries as they develop a sense of individualism.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
His individualism makes him different from the others.
Az önállósága különbözteti meg a többiektől.
I like her individualism.
Tetszik az önállósága.
Συχνό λάθος:
Individualism is not always negative; it can mean healthy independence, not selfishness.
Σημασία
strong sense of independence
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
a streak of individualism
|a strong sense of individualism
|show individualism
|express individualism
|value individualism
|encourage individualism
|reward individualism
|independence and individualism
Συνώνυμα
independence (More general; can include practical self-sufficiency.)
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self-reliance (Highlights managing without help from others.)
Αντώνυμα
conformity (Following the behavior and opinions of a group.)
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groupthink (Prioritizing agreement in a group over independent judgment.)
Θέματα
personality
|daily_life
|relationships
Ορισμός
the habit of doing things your own way instead of copying others
A tendency to think and act independently rather than following what other people do or expect.
ΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΙΚΌ
C1
FORMAL
3
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
artistic/literary individualism
The movement encouraged individualism and experimentation in painting.
A mozgalom az individualizmust és a kísérletezést ösztönözte a festészetben.
Some critics see the novel as a celebration of individualism over social duty.
Egyes kritikusok szerint a regény az individualizmust ünnepli a társadalmi kötelességgel szemben.
Her work combines technical discipline with bold individualism.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
The artist is known for his individualism.
A művész individualista szemléletéről ismert.
The book shows individualism in its characters.
A könyv a szereplőiben az individualizmust hangsúlyozza.
Σημασία
emphasis on personal artistic style
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
artistic individualism
|literary individualism
|Romantic individualism
|creative individualism
|celebrate individualism in art
|individualism in modernist writing
Συνώνυμα
originality (Stresses newness and uniqueness, not necessarily a broader cultural focus.)
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self-expression (Focuses on expressing inner feelings and identity.)
Αντώνυμα
conventionality (Following accepted traditions and standard forms.)
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standardization (Making styles uniform rather than personal.)
Θέματα
arts
|literature
|culture
Ορισμός
in art, focusing on a person’s unique style and ideas
In art or literature, an emphasis on the uniqueness of the individual creator or character rather than on traditional rules or shared styles.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
individualism
IPA
GB/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
US/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
in - di - vidu - al - ism (5 συλλαβές)
Stress on 4th syllable (al)
Τύποι λέξης
Noun
- Base: individualism
- Plural: individualism
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Core family
individual
adjective B1
individually
adverb B1
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
individualize
verb C1
individualization
noun
Εκφράσεις
methodological individualism
1/mˌɛθədəlˈɑd͡ʒɪkəl ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
technical
explaining society via individuals
a way of studying society by looking first at what individuals do
Παραδείγματα
- The paper defends methodological individualism as a useful approach in economics.
- Critics argue that methodological individualism can overlook the power of institutions.
- In sociology, methodological individualism is often contrasted with structural explanations.
rugged individualism
1/ɹˈʌɡɪd ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
belief in self-reliant individuals
The idea that each person should be strong, independent, and able to take care of themselves without help from the government.
Παραδείγματα
- The politician praised rugged individualism as a core national value.
- Her decision to start a business in a small town was inspired by a spirit of rugged individualism.
- Critics argue that rugged individualism can make people ignore the needs of their community.
rugged individualism
1/ɹˈʌɡɪd ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
formal
strong self-reliant independence
the idea that people should succeed on their own without help
Παραδείγματα
- The film plays into the American ideal of rugged individualism.
- She questioned rugged individualism and argued for stronger public services.
- His politics are shaped by a belief in rugged individualism.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- He believes in rugged individualism.
- The story celebrates rugged individualism.