Ingles

individualism

gb/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/ us/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
B2 Ingles
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pangngalan 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

Padron ng paggamit: individualism (as a principle/ideology)
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Do not confuse individualism (a social/political idea) with individuality (being different from others).
Mga kasingkahulugan
individual freedom (Focuses on personal liberty rather than a broader ideology.) | self-determination (Emphasizes making one’s own decisions; often used about groups as well as individuals.)
Mga kasalungat
collectivism (Prioritizes the group and shared goals over individual goals.) | communitarianism (Stresses community responsibilities and social ties.)
Mga kolokasyon
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
Mga tema
politics |society |culture |philosophy
Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • Individualism is important in some cultures.
  • She believes in individualism and personal choice.
Pangngalan B2 property
2

strong sense of independence

the habit of doing things your own way instead of copying others

Padron ng paggamit: [someone]'s individualism
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Individualism is not always negative; it can mean healthy independence, not selfishness.
Mga kasingkahulugan
independence (More general; can include practical self-sufficiency.) | self-reliance (Highlights managing without help from others.)
Mga kasalungat
conformity (Following the behavior and opinions of a group.) | groupthink (Prioritizing agreement in a group over independent judgment.)
Mga kolokasyon
a streak of individualism |a strong sense of individualism |show individualism |express individualism |value individualism |encourage individualism |reward individualism |independence and individualism
Mga tema
personality |daily_life |relationships
Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • His individualism makes him different from the others.
  • I like her individualism.
Pangngalan formal C1 abstract
3

emphasis on personal artistic style

in art, focusing on a person’s unique style and ideas

Padron ng paggamit: artistic/literary individualism
Mga kasingkahulugan
originality (Stresses newness and uniqueness, not necessarily a broader cultural focus.) | self-expression (Focuses on expressing inner feelings and identity.)
Mga kasalungat
conventionality (Following accepted traditions and standard forms.) | standardization (Making styles uniform rather than personal.)
Mga kolokasyon
artistic individualism |literary individualism |Romantic individualism |creative individualism |celebrate individualism in art |individualism in modernist writing
Mga tema
arts |literature |culture
Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • The artist is known for his individualism.
  • The book shows individualism in its characters.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
individualism
IPA
GB/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
US/ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
Mga pantig at diin
in - di - vidu - al - ism (5 pantig)
Stress on 4th syllable (al)
Mga anyo ng salita
Noun
  • Base: individualism
  • Plural: individualism
Mga kaugnay na salita
Core family
individual adjective B1 individually adverb B1
Related words
individuality noun B2 individualistic adjective individualist noun
Negative and opposite forms
collectivism noun C1 collective adjective B2 collectivist noun
Advanced or less common
individualize verb C1 individualization noun
Mga ekspresyon

methodological individualism

1
/mˌɛθədəlˈɑd͡ʒɪkəl ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase technical

explaining society via individuals

a way of studying society by looking first at what individuals do

Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.

Mga Halimbawa
  • 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

Mga Halimbawa
  • 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.

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