Meaning & use
individuality
The qualities that make a particular person distinct and different from everyone else.
See it in a sentence
The school encourages students to express their individuality through art and writing.
Wearing mismatched socks was her small way of showing individuality.
A note on using this word
Individuality emphasizes the unique traits that set a person apart, often contrasted with conformity or blending in with a group.
Words with a similar meaning
uniquenessdistinctiveness
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Words with an opposite meaning
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