Individualization: meaning, definitions and examples

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individualization

 

[ ɪnˌdɪvɪdʒuələˈzeɪʃən ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in psychology

The process of making something or someone different and special, or giving them individual features.

Synonyms

customization, differentiation, personalization

Examples of usage

  • Individualization is an important concept in psychology, focusing on the uniqueness of each person.
  • Teachers should strive for individualization in their approach to students, recognizing and valuing each student's unique qualities.
Context #2 | Noun

in business

The adaptation of a product or service to meet the specific needs of a particular customer or market segment.

Synonyms

customization, personalization, tailoring

Examples of usage

  • Successful companies often excel in individualization, providing tailored solutions for their customers.
  • In today's competitive market, companies must prioritize individualization to stand out from their competitors.
Context #3 | Verb

general

The act of making something unique or distinctive by giving it individual characteristics.

Synonyms

customize, personalize, tailor

Examples of usage

  • She individualized her workspace with personal photos and decorations.
  • The artist individualizes each piece by adding hand-painted details.

Translations

Translations of the word "individualization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 individualização

🇮🇳 व्यक्तिगतकरण

🇩🇪 Individualisierung

🇮🇩 individualisasi

🇺🇦 індивідуалізація

🇵🇱 indywidualizacja

🇯🇵 個別化 (kobetsuka)

🇫🇷 individualisation

🇪🇸 individualización

🇹🇷 bireyselleşme

🇰🇷 개별화 (gaebyeolhwa)

🇸🇦 تفريد (tafrid)

🇨🇿 individualizace

🇸🇰 individualizácia

🇨🇳 个性化 (gèxìnghuà)

🇸🇮 individualizacija

🇮🇸 einstaklingsmiðun

🇰🇿 жекешелендіру

🇬🇪 ინდივიდუალიზაცია (individualizatsia)

🇦🇿 fərdiləşdirmə

🇲🇽 individualización

Etymology

The term 'individualization' has its roots in the Latin word 'individuus', meaning 'indivisible' or 'undivided'. It first appeared in the mid-19th century, gaining prominence in psychology and business fields. The concept of individualization emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing the unique qualities of each person or product, leading to personalized experiences and tailored solutions.

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