individualism
UK/.indi'vidʒuәlizm/US
TOEFLC1
Definitions
n.
The belief in personal independence and self-reliance; the principle that individual freedom and rights are most important; acting without reference to others.
个人主义；崇尚个人独立与自由的思想
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedindividuroot
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alrelating to, having the nature of
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ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=individualism
Common Collocations
- 1.extreme individualism极端个人主义
- 2.cultural individualism文化个人主义
Example Sentences
- 1.
American culture emphasizes individualism and personal achievement.