individualism

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

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 quality of being distinct or individual; subsistence as a distinct entity; individual character.