individualism

language: zh

definitions

  1. noun
    The quality of being independent and self-reliant; emphasis on individual rights and interests over group goals.
    zh: 个人主义；强调个人权利和利益高于集体目标。
  2. noun
    The belief that individuals are the primary unit of society.
    zh: 认为个人是社会基本单位的信念。

examples

  1. His individualism led him to work alone.

    他的个人主义使他独自工作。

  2. The policy promotes individualism over collectivism.

    该政策提倡个人主义而非集体主义。