Expertlatin
individualism noun [U] (SINGLE) the idea that freedom of thought and action for each person is the most important quality of a society, rather than shared effort and responsibility.
- What is an example of individualism?
- What is individualism in society?
- What is the meaning and characteristics of individualism?
What is an example of individualism?
One example of individualism is the refusal to be ruled. This does not mean anarchy in the sense that you want to destroy authority. As an individualist, you detest dictatorship, authoritarian leadership, fascism, and any kind of governance where you are left with no choice.
What is individualism in society?
Individualistic societies are those that prioritise the needs of an individual over the needs of a group as a whole. In this type of culture, people are viewed in an independent way and social behaviour tends to be directed by the attitudes and preferences of individuals.
What is the meaning and characteristics of individualism?
Individualistic cultures emphasize attributes like uniqueness or individuality; personal goals; independence, self-reliance, self-sufficiency; and privacy. Many Western countries tend to be individualist.
