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ego

Pronunciation: [ˈiːɡoʊ]

Word

Learn how to use ego in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “psychology”

(noun) ego is the part of your mind that helps you understand who you are and how you feel about yourself. It's like your self-image or how you see yourself compared to others.

Example

She has a healthy ego; she knows her worth but also respects others.

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His ego was so big that he couldn't listen to anyone else's ideas.

Example

How does your ego affect the way you interact with your friends?

Context: “self-esteem”

(noun) ego can also refer to someone's pride or self-importance. This is when someone thinks very highly of themselves, sometimes too much.

Example

Winning the award boosted her ego, making her feel proud of her work.

Example

His ego was hurt when he didn't get selected for the team.

Example

Do you think having a strong ego is important for success?

How to pronounce ego

Pronunciation: [ˈiːɡoʊ]

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