El individualismo



Example: El individualismo promueve la libertad y la autonomía personal.

Definition


"El individualismo" is a philosophical concept that emphasizes the moral worth, freedom, and autonomy of the individual over collective or societal interests, promoting personal independence and self-reliance in decision-making and actions.

Etymology


The term "el individualismo" comes from the Latin word 'individuus,' meaning indivisible or inseparable, combined with the suffix '-ismo,' which denotes a system or ideology. Did you know? The idea of individualism gained prominence during the Enlightenment as a reaction against traditional collective authorities.

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"El individualismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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