individualism
gb/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/ us/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
B2
انگلیسی
معنیها
۰ معنی
اسم
formal
C1
abstract
1
belief in individual freedom
the idea that people should be free to make their own choices and not be controlled by a group or government
الگوی کاربرد:
individualism (as a principle/ideology)
اشتباه رایج:
Do not confuse individualism (a social/political idea) with individuality (being different from others).
هممعنیها
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.)
متضادها
collectivism (Prioritizes the group and shared goals over individual goals.)
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communitarianism (Stresses community responsibilities and social ties.)
ترکیبهای رایج
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
موضوعها
politics
|society
|culture
|philosophy
نمونهها
- Many people associate individualism with personal freedom and responsibility.
- Critics argue that extreme individualism can weaken social solidarity.
- The debate often contrasts individualism with collectivism in shaping public policy.
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- Individualism is important in some cultures.
- She believes in individualism and personal choice.
اسم
B2
property
2
strong sense of independence
the habit of doing things your own way instead of copying others
الگوی کاربرد:
[someone]'s individualism
اشتباه رایج:
Individualism is not always negative; it can mean healthy independence, not selfishness.
هممعنیها
independence (More general; can include practical self-sufficiency.)
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self-reliance (Highlights managing without help from others.)
متضادها
conformity (Following the behavior and opinions of a group.)
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groupthink (Prioritizing agreement in a group over independent judgment.)
ترکیبهای رایج
a streak of individualism
|a strong sense of individualism
|show individualism
|express individualism
|value individualism
|encourage individualism
|reward individualism
|independence and individualism
موضوعها
personality
|daily_life
|relationships
نمونهها
- Her individualism showed in the way she ignored trends and chose her own style.
- The team appreciated his individualism, but they also needed him to collaborate.
- Teenagers often test boundaries as they develop a sense of individualism.
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- His individualism makes him different from the others.
- I like her individualism.
اسم
formal
C1
abstract
3
emphasis on personal artistic style
in art, focusing on a person’s unique style and ideas
الگوی کاربرد:
artistic/literary individualism
هممعنیها
originality (Stresses newness and uniqueness, not necessarily a broader cultural focus.)
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self-expression (Focuses on expressing inner feelings and identity.)
متضادها
conventionality (Following accepted traditions and standard forms.)
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standardization (Making styles uniform rather than personal.)
ترکیبهای رایج
artistic individualism
|literary individualism
|Romantic individualism
|creative individualism
|celebrate individualism in art
|individualism in modernist writing
موضوعها
arts
|literature
|culture
نمونهها
- The movement encouraged individualism and experimentation in painting.
- Some critics see the novel as a celebration of individualism over social duty.
- Her work combines technical discipline with bold individualism.
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- The artist is known for his individualism.
- The book shows individualism in its characters.
دستور زبان
صورت پایه
individualism
IPA
GB/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
US/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
هجاها و تکیه
in - di - vidu - al - ism (۵ هجا)
Stress on 4th syllable (al)
صورتهای واژه
Noun
- Base: individualism
- Plural: individualism
خانوادهٔ واژه
Core family
individual
adjective B1
individually
adverb B1
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
individualize
verb C1
individualization
noun
عبارتها
methodological individualism
1/mˌɛθədəlˈɑd͡ʒɪkəl ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
technical
explaining society via individuals
a way of studying society by looking first at what individuals do
نمونهها
- 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.
نمونهها
- 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
نمونهها
- 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.