individuate

verb

in·di·vid·u·ate | \ ˌin-də-ˈvi-jə-ˌwāt

individuated; individuating

Definition of individuate

1 : to give individuality to

2 : to form into a distinct entity

Recent Examples on the Web

The rivalry between God and Satan, each attended by a court of named and individuated angels, is first configured in these texts as a struggle between absolute good and evil. — James Romm, WSJ, "Review: In Search of the ‘Crucible of Faith’," 22 Dec. 2017 Olive's struggle to do what her age requires her to do — individuate from her dad while honoring her own needs and convictions — comes to a head in a heartbreaking denouement. — Meredith Maran, chicagotribune.com, "Janelle Brown novel: Mom goes missing — and that's just the start," 10 July 2017

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