individuality

noun

in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvi-jə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce individuality (audio)
plural individualities
1
a
: total character peculiar to and distinguishing an individual from others
2
: separate or distinct existence
3
4
archaic : the quality or state of being indivisible

Examples of individuality in a Sentence

She uses her clothing to express her individuality. materials that highlight the individuality of each piece in the collection
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Are people so affronted that she’s been able to thrive so freely in spite of her individuality which in another lifetime could have easily worked against her? Carly Lewis-Oduntan, refinery29.com, 13 Mar. 2025 Since the brand’s beginnings, Valeria Campello has built the lingerie company’s pillars on fostering individuality, confidence, and femininity. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2025 But there is a trend that favors individuality, even quirkiness, over perfection in a diamond. Jill Newman, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025 His use of the word embodied a mindset of positivity and abundance—an unapologetic belief in confidence, individuality, and inclusivity over exclusivity. Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for individuality

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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The first known use of individuality was in 1600

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“Individuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/individuality. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.

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individuality

noun
in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvij-ə-ˈwal-ət-ē How to pronounce individuality (audio)
plural individualities
1
: the qualities that make one person or thing different from all others
2
: the quality or state of being an individual

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