individual
Translation
individual, separate, single, distinctive
Examples
Each individual member of the team is important.
Each individual member of the team is important.
She has a very individual style of painting.
She has a very individual style of painting.
Grammar Patterns
individual + noun to describe something as separate or distinct. We must respect individual rights.
Similar Words
Synonyms: separate, single, distinct; Antonyms: collective, general
Etymology
From Latin 'individuus', meaning 'indivisible' (in- 'not' + dividuus 'divisible').
Memory Tips
Think of something that is 'in-divisible' – a single, unique unit that cannot be broken down further.