individualism
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/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm/
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/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm/
The idea of being unique and doing things your own way.
Her individualism made her stand out in the crowd.
The belief that people should be free to make their own choices, not controlled by the government.
Individualism is a key value in many democratic societies.