Individuated: meaning, definitions and examples
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individuated
[ ɪnˈdɪvɪdʒueɪtɪd ]
unique identity
Individuated refers to the process of becoming an individual or defining one's unique identity. It is often used in psychological and philosophical contexts to describe the development of personal traits and characteristics that distinguish someone from others. This term suggests a separation from a collective identity, where one's personal values, experiences, and goals come to the forefront. Individuation is often associated with self-discovery and personal growth.
Synonyms
distinctive, individualistic, personalized.
Examples of usage
- The individuated self is central to many psychological theories.
- Her individuation journey allowed her to embrace her true identity.
- The artist’s style is a reflection of his individuation process.
Translations
Translations of the word "individuated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 individualizado
🇮🇳 व्यक्तिगत
🇩🇪 individualisiert
🇮🇩 diindividualisasi
🇺🇦 індивідуалізований
🇵🇱 indywidualizowany
🇯🇵 個別化された
🇫🇷 individué
🇪🇸 individualizado
🇹🇷 bireyselleştirilmiş
🇰🇷 개별화된
🇸🇦 مفرد
🇨🇿 individuovaný
🇸🇰 individuovaný
🇨🇳 个体化的
🇸🇮 individualiziran
🇮🇸 einstaklingsbundin
🇰🇿 жеке
🇬🇪 ინდივიდუალური
🇦🇿 şəxsi
🇲🇽 individualizado
Etymology
The term 'individuated' originates from the word 'individuate', which can be traced back to the early 20th century in the context of psychological development. The root 'individual' comes from the Latin 'individuum', meaning 'indivisible', emphasizing the unique and unrepeatable nature of a person. In psychology, particularly in Jungian theory, individuation is a key concept signifying the process through which a person integrates different aspects of the self into a coherent whole. This term reflects a growing understanding of the importance of personal identity in both philosophy and psychology, particularly throughout the 20th century, as the complexities of the human psyche and the importance of self-perception gained significant attention. Over time, 'individuated' has been adopted in various fields to discuss topics related to identity, autonomy, and self-realization.