How to Pronounce Individualism

To pronounce "individualism", say IND-iv-id-ual-ism — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

IND-iv-id-ual-ism

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💡 Tip for remembering “individualism”

"individualism" has 5 syllables: ind-iv-id-ual-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does individualism mean?

noun

  1. The tendency for a person to act without reference to others, particularly in matters of style, fashion or mode of thought.
  2. The moral stance, political philosophy, or social outlook that promotes independence and self-reliance of individual people, while opposing the interference with each person's choices by society, the state, or any other group or institution.

Synonyms

solipsism

Antonyms

collectivismstatism

Words that rhyme with individualism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

individualityegoismindividualoddcollectivismself-relianceautonomyself-sufficiency

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "individualism"?▾

"Individualism" has 5 syllables: ind · iv · id · ual · ism.

What does "individualism" mean?▾

Individualism: The tendency for a person to act without reference to others, particularly in matters of style, fashion or mode of thought.

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