Individualist: meaning, definitions and examples

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individualist

 

[ หŒษชn.dษชหˆvษชdส’.u.ษ™.lษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

way of thinking

A person with a belief in the importance of individual freedoms and self-reliance, often valuing independence and autonomy.

Synonyms

free spirit, maverick, nonconformist

Examples of usage

  • She was known for her individualist approach to life.
  • His individualist mindset clashed with the group's collective goals.
Context #2 | Noun

economics

An advocate or supporter of individual economic freedom and minimal government intervention in the economy.

Synonyms

capitalist, free market supporter, libertarian

Examples of usage

  • The politician was known for his individualist economic policies.
  • Many entrepreneurs consider themselves individualists in terms of economic philosophy.
Context #3 | Noun

art

An artist or creator who emphasizes personal expression and originality in their work, often rejecting traditional norms or conventions.

Synonyms

avant-garde artist, groundbreaker, innovator

Examples of usage

  • The painter's style was described as individualist, breaking away from traditional techniques.
  • She was praised for her individualist approach to filmmaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "individualist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น individualista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅเคฏเค•เฅเคคเคฟเคตเคพเคฆเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Individualist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ individualis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฝะดะธะฒั–ะดัƒะฐะปั–ัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ indywidualista

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ€‹ไบบไธป็พฉ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท individualiste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ individualista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bireyci

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐœ์ธ์ฃผ์˜์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฑุฏุงู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ individualista

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ individualista

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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ individualist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einstaklingshyggjumaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตะบะตัˆั–ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒฃแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fษ™rdiyyษ™tรงi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ individualista

Etymology

The term 'individualist' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'individual' with the suffix '-ist', indicating a person who adheres to a particular doctrine or ideology. The concept of individualism has roots in Enlightenment philosophy, emphasizing the importance of individual rights, freedoms, and autonomy. Throughout history, individualists have been associated with various movements, including political, economic, and artistic spheres, advocating for personal liberty and self-expression.

See also: individualism, individuality, individualization, individualize, individualizer, individualizing, individually, individuals.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,445, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.