Definition of individualism

individualismnoun

chủ nghĩa cá nhân

/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm//ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm/

The word "individualism" has its roots in the 17th-century French philosophy of individualism. The term 'individual' comes from the Latin 'indivisus,' meaning "not divisible." The concept of individualism emerged in the works of French philosophers such as René Descartes and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who emphasized the importance of individual rights, freedom, and autonomy. The term "individualism" was first used in the 18th century by French philosophers like Voltaire and Montesquieu. They contrasted individualism with the dominant societal norms and customs of the time, which emphasized collective identity and social hierarchy. The concept of individualism has since evolved and has been influenced by various philosophical and cultural movements, including liberal democracy, existentialism, and socialism. Today, individualism is seen as a central value in many Western societies, emphasizing the importance of individual rights, freedoms, and identity.

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the quality of being different from other people and doing things in your own way

phẩm chất khác biệt với những người khác và làm mọi việc theo cách riêng của bạn

Example:
  • She owes her success to her individualism and flair.

    Cô ấy đạt được thành công nhờ vào cá tính và phong cách riêng của mình.

the belief that individual people in society should have the right to make their own decisions, etc., rather than be controlled by the government

niềm tin rằng mỗi cá nhân trong xã hội nên có quyền tự đưa ra quyết định của riêng mình, v.v., thay vì bị chính phủ kiểm soát

Example:
  • Capitalism stresses innovation, competition and individualism.

    Chủ nghĩa tư bản nhấn mạnh vào sự đổi mới, cạnh tranh và chủ nghĩa cá nhân.