Definition

In a way that relates to each person or thing separately, rather than as a group.

Example

The students were evaluated individually to assess their unique skills.

Conversation

Do you think we should work on this project individually or together?

I believe working individually might help us focus better.

That's a good point; we can always come together to share ideas later.

Exactly! Let’s see how it goes when we tackle it individually first.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Individually → It is formed from "individuus" (from Latin, meaning indivisible) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "individually" means in a manner that is not divisible or separately, referring to each person or thing on its own.

Memory Tip

Think of 'indivisible' to remember that 'individually' means acting or existing separately, one by one.

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