individuality

noun

in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvi-jə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

plural individualities

1

a

: total character peculiar to and distinguishing an individual from others

b

: personality

2

: separate or distinct existence

3

: individual, person

4

archaic : the quality or state of being indivisible

Synonyms

• identity
• personality

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The survey noted that Airbnb guests increasingly value quirky, authentic, or unusual features that give rentals a sense of individuality. —Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 July 2025

These children are coming of age in a world that values individuality, hyper-personalization, and rapid innovation. —Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025

This increases the urge to break free and assert your individuality, which could potentially highlight financial concerns that challenge your sense of security. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 June 2025

The days of heavy contour and powdery mattes are giving way to looks that embrace light, movement, and individuality. —Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for individuality

• confidentiality
• constitutionality
• immateriality
• intellectuality
• intersectionality
• intertextuality
• referentiality
• superficiality
• territoriality
• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality

Kids Definition

individuality

noun

in·​di·​vid·​u·​al·​i·​ty ˌin-də-ˌvij-ə-ˈwal-ət-ē 

plural individualities

1

: the qualities that make one person or thing different from all others

2

: the quality or state of being an individual