Glossary: 6-D model

The degree to which individuals are integrated into groups. In individualist societies, the ties between individuals are looser.

Extent to which societies allow the relatively free gratification of basic and natural human desires related to enjoying life and having fun.

This dimension refers to the extent to which a society maintains a future-oriented perspective, rather than holding on to the traditions and norms from the past while facing the challenges of the present.

The distribution of roles between genders. Masculinity implies a preference in society for achievement, heroism, and materialism, while femininity represents a preference for cooperation, modesty, and caring for the weak.

Measure to which the less powerful members of a society accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.

Ability of a society to adapt traditions as circumstances change, allowing for flexibility and pragmatism in the face of challenges.

The degree of a society's tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty; it indicates to what extent people feel comfortable or not in unstructured situations.