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individuate

/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.eɪt/

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verb

/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.eɪt/C2formal
  • ruГлагол, используемый для обозначения процесса выделения чего-либо как отдельного или обособленного, или становления индивидуальной сущностью.

A verb used to indicate the process of making something distinct or separate, or of becoming an individual entity.

  1. Give individual characterC2formal

    To make something distinct or unique by giving it a specific character or identity.

    ruИндивидуализировать

    • The artist's style individuates each of his paintings.
    • Cultural traditions help individuate a community.
    • Her unique approach individuates her work from others.

    Synonymscharacterizedifferentiatedistinguishparticularize

  2. Give individual shape or formC2formal

    To give a distinct, separate shape or form to something, making it identifiable as an individual entity.

    ruИндивидуализировать

    • The sculptor individuated the figure from the block of marble.
    • In psychology, the process of individuation helps a person develop a distinct personality.
    • The design individuates each product in the series.

    Synonymsdifferentiatedistinguishparticularizeseparateset apartsingle out

    Antonymsmergeunify

Forms
  • individuated past participle
  • individuated past simple
  • individuating present participle
  • individuates third person singular