Synonyms for

Individually

Verb / ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒu:ʌli: / / ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒʌli: / Another word for individually — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adverb - referring to a single person or thing, separately or individually

Synonyms & similar words

singly onanindividualbasis onebyone separately severally separately singly alone apart distinctly solo solitarily personally distinctively uniquely particularly each piecemeal independently discretely solely

Synonyms by register

Formal

separately distinctly singly one by one

Informal

on your own by yourself each on their own

Literary

apart severally

Antonyms

collectively jointly together unitedly communally corporately as a group

Common collocations

  • treated individually
  • considered individually
  • assessed individually
  • paid individually
  • packaged individually
  • sold individually
  • ranked individually

Word family

noun individual
adjective individual

Usage note

This adverb emphasizes that something is done or considered for each person or thing separately, rather than as part of a group. It is generally neutral in register.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher talked to each student individually.
  2. They were judged individually based on their performance.
  3. He enjoys working on projects individually.
  4. The athletes were tested individually for drugs.
  5. She prefers to solve problems individually.

Quotes

  • "Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream." - Marlon Wayans
  • "I'm just trying to do things that are true to me. I'm a big fan of individuality." - Khalid
  • "The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode but the true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives the passion that she shows. The beauty of a woman grows with the passing years." - Audrey Hepburn

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