Communitarianism vs. Individualism — What's the Difference?

The stance that societal welfare is more significant than individual goals.

An ideology that emphasizes self-expression and individual uniqueness.

A philosophy emphasizing collective values and common good.

The belief in the primacy of individual rights over collective needs.

A viewpoint valuing traditions, shared culture, and communal bonds.

The idea that personal freedom and choice are of utmost importance.

A belief that community interests supersede individual ones.

A viewpoint that values individual achievement and distinction.

An ideology that promotes shared responsibilities and collective decision-making.

Individualism is the moral stance, political philosophy, ideology and social outlook that emphasizes the moral worth of the individual. Individualists promote the exercise of one's goals and desires and to value independence and self-reliance and advocate that interests of the individual should achieve precedence over the state or a social group while opposing external interference upon one's own interests by society or institutions such as the government.

Communitarianism is a philosophy that emphasizes the connection between the individual and the community. Its overriding philosophy is based upon the belief that a person's social identity and personality are largely molded by community relationships, with a smaller degree of development being placed on individualism.

Belief in the primary importance of the individual and in the virtues of self-reliance and personal independence.

(ethics) The group of doctrines that oppose excessive individualism in favour of a more community-based approach

Acts or an act based on this belief.

A doctrine advocating freedom from government regulation in the pursuit of a person's economic goals.

A doctrine holding that the interests of the individual should take precedence over the interests of the state or social group.

The quality of being an individual; individuality.

An individual characteristic; a quirk.

The tendency for a person to act without reference to others, particularly in matters of style, fashion or mode of thought.

The moral stance, political philosophy, or social outlook that promotes independence and self-reliance of individual people, while opposing the interference with each person's choices by society, the state, or any other group or institution.

(logic) The doctrine that only individual things are real.

(philosophy) The doctrine that nothing exists but the individual self.

The quality of being individual; individuality; personality.

An excessive or exclusive regard to one's personal interest; self-interest; selfishness.

The principle, policy, or practice of maintaining individuality, or independence of the individual, in action; the theory or practice of maintaining the independence of individual initiative, action, and interests, as in industrial organization or in government.

The quality of being individual;

A belief in the importance of the individual and the virtue of self-reliance and personal independence

The doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs

A philosophy advocating for personal autonomy and self-reliance.

Individualism believes in personal freedom and individual rights.

Communitarianism emphasizes collective good and community values.

When personal freedoms or choices go against collective values or traditions.

Communitarianism.

Communitarianism may view personal choice in the context of its impact on the community.

Individualism values personal responsibility and believes individuals should bear the consequences of their actions.

In closely-knit communities, families, and certain cultural or religious groups.

Yes, many societies strike a balance between individual rights and collective responsibilities.

Individualism might resist such policies, seeing them as infringements on personal rights.

Communitarianism values traditions as a way to maintain social cohesion and shared values.

Individualism.

No, individualism values personal autonomy but doesn't inherently mean disregarding others.

Communitarianism would prioritize collective harmony and might favor compromise for the common good.

It could lead to a lack of shared values or understanding, potentially causing societal fragmentation.

It might stifle individual freedoms and innovation.