ego

[ee-goh, eg-oh] / ˈi goʊ, ˈɛg oʊ /

NOUN

personality

Synonyms

STRONGEST

character psyche

STRONG

self self-pride

WEAK

self-admiration selfdom

Example Sentences

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Pham donned a neon pink wig and a vest, channeling Lily’s alter ego, Lola.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Impulsivity and ego, after all, are the enemies of sound financial management.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

"Good luck tonight, have fun, and remember that loud, enthusiastic laughter is good for your health and my ego."

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

"If songwriting is hard I believe your ego is in the way and making it something you want it to be."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

It wasn’t personal; it wasn’t about his ego.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi