individualism
gb/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/ us/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
B2
Engleză
individualizmus, önállóság
SUBSTANTIV
C1
FORMAL
1
Tipar de utilizare:
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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
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.
Greșeală frecventă:
Do not confuse individualism (a social/political idea) with individuality (being different from others).
Sens
belief in individual freedom
Colocații
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
Sinonime
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.)
Antonime
collectivism (Prioritizes the group and shared goals over individual goals.)
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communitarianism (Stresses community responsibilities and social ties.)
Teme
politics
|society
|culture
|philosophy
Definiție
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.
SUBSTANTIV
B2
2
önállóság
B2
Tipar de utilizare:
[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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
His individualism makes him different from the others.
Az önállósága különbözteti meg a többiektől.
I like her individualism.
Tetszik az önállósága.
Greșeală frecventă:
Individualism is not always negative; it can mean healthy independence, not selfishness.
Sens
strong sense of independence
Colocații
a streak of individualism
|a strong sense of individualism
|show individualism
|express individualism
|value individualism
|encourage individualism
|reward individualism
|independence and individualism
Sinonime
independence (More general; can include practical self-sufficiency.)
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self-reliance (Highlights managing without help from others.)
Antonime
conformity (Following the behavior and opinions of a group.)
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groupthink (Prioritizing agreement in a group over independent judgment.)
Teme
personality
|daily_life
|relationships
Definiție
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.
SUBSTANTIV
C1
FORMAL
3
Tipar de utilizare:
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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
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.
Sens
emphasis on personal artistic style
Colocații
artistic individualism
|literary individualism
|Romantic individualism
|creative individualism
|celebrate individualism in art
|individualism in modernist writing
Sinonime
originality (Stresses newness and uniqueness, not necessarily a broader cultural focus.)
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self-expression (Focuses on expressing inner feelings and identity.)
Antonime
conventionality (Following accepted traditions and standard forms.)
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standardization (Making styles uniform rather than personal.)
Teme
arts
|literature
|culture
Definiție
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.
Gramatică
Forma de dicționar
individualism
IPA
GB/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
US/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
Silabe și accent
in - di - vidu - al - ism (5 silabe)
Stress on 4th syllable (al)
Forme ale cuvântului
Noun
- Base: individualism
- Plural: individualism
Familie de cuvinte
Core family
individual
adjective B1
individually
adverb B1
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
individualize
verb C1
individualization
noun
Expresii
methodological individualism
1/mˌɛθədəlˈɑd͡ʒɪkəl ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
technical
explaining society via individuals
a way of studying society by looking first at what individuals do
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple
- 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
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
- He believes in rugged individualism.
- The story celebrates rugged individualism.