B2nounsociety
US/ˌɪn.dəˈvɪdʒ.u.əl/
UK/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.əl/
one person, thought of separately from the group they belong to
In context
Every individual has the right to express their opinion freely.
The scholarship is open to individuals as well as schools.
She's a talented individual who can work well in any team.
Words that go with individual
adjective + noun
- private individualThe painting was sold to a private individual for two million dollars.
- wealthy individualsThe new tax will only affect very wealthy individuals.
- talented individualThe prize goes to a talented individual under thirty.
- skilled individualsThe tech sector is always looking for skilled individuals.
noun + preposition
- rights of the individualA good constitution protects the rights of the individual.