ego in Latin
ego in Latin is idem — ego means a person's sense of their own importance and self-worth.
ego in Latin
idem
The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.
What does "ego" mean?
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noun A person's sense of their own importance and self-worth.
"His ego was bruised when nobody noticed his new haircut."
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noun (psychology) In Freudian theory, the part of the mind that deals rationally with reality, balancing instinct against conscience.
"In the textbook, the ego tries to keep our urges in check while facing reality."
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ego in a sentence
- His ego was bruised when nobody noticed his new haircut.
- Winning the award did wonders for his ego.
- In the textbook, the ego tries to keep our urges in check while facing reality.
- According to Freud, a weak ego struggles to balance what we want with what is right.
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What is "ego" in Latin?
"ego" in Latin is idem. ego means: A person's sense of their own importance and self-worth.
How do you use "ego" in a sentence?
Example: "His ego was bruised when nobody noticed his new haircut." In Latin, "ego" is idem.
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