individualist

Definitions

A person who is independent and self-reliant.

A person who favors personal freedom of action over collective or state control.

A person who pursues their own goals and interests without conforming to social norms.

Examples

As a staunch individualist, he preferred to work alone rather than collaborate with the team.

The artist was a true individualist who refused to follow the popular trends of the time.

Synonyms

nonconformist maverick independent free spirit original lone wolf eccentric

Antonyms

conformist follower collectivist sheep traditionalist company man conventionalist