individual

Definition

  • adjective: of, relating to, or existing as just one member or part of a larger group
  • adjective: of, relating to, or distinctively associated with an individual
  • synonyms: single, one, distinctive

Examples

  • They promote a philosophy that sacrifices the rights of the 'individual' for the public welfare.

  • The doctor carefully evaluates the 'individual' needs of her patients.

  • Each student met 'individually' [='separately'] with the teacher.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Welcome to Carl's Jr. Would you like to try our Extra Big-Ass Taco... now with more molecules? - Me? No. - Okay. This particular individual is unscannable. Listen, I can explain, okay? I was in an army experiment. Yeah, that's enough of your bullshit, sir. You shut up! Now... (..)
    2006 Idiocracy