Definition

A person who supports or promotes the philosophy that emphasizes the importance of individual persons and their experiences.

Example

As a personalist, she believes in the value and dignity of each individual.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a personalist?

Yeah, I think they focus on the importance of individual experience.

Exactly! I find their ideas really interesting.

Me too! It's a unique perspective on philosophy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Personalist → It is formed from "personal" (from Latin "personalis", meaning relating to a person) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). The word "personalist" refers to someone who emphasizes the importance of the individual or personal identity.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who focuses on the 'individual' ('personal') and practices or believes in that ('-ist'). This helps you remember that a personalist is someone who values personal identity.

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