Individualism
Pronunciation : In`di*vid"u*al*ism
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. F. individualisme.]
Definition : 1. The quality of being individual; individuality; personality.
2. An excessive or exclusive regard to one's personal interest; self- interest; selfishness. The selfishness of the small proprietor has been described by the best writers as individualism. Ed. Rev.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913