Ego
Word Type: Noun
Definition
A person’s sense of self-esteem or self-importance; in psychology, the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious and unconscious, responsible for reality-testing and a sense of personal identity.
Example
- “His ego was bruised when he didn’t get the promotion he expected.”
- “She has a big ego, always wanting to be the center of attention.”
- “In difficult situations, it’s important to put your ego aside and focus on teamwork.”
- “The psychologist explained how the ego works to balance our desires and reality.”
- “Criticism can sometimes hurt the ego, but it helps us grow.”