ego

The word “ego” has 2 syllables: e-go

It's pronounced as /ˈiːɡoʊ/

What is synonym and antonym for ego?

In the thesaurus, “ego” has 67 synonyms and 31 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ego along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ego

amour propre
aplomb
arrogance
assurance
bighead
character
complacence
complacency
conceit
conceitedness
confidence
dignity
disdainfulness
egoism
egotism
face
haughtiness
honor
hubris
imperiousness
lordliness
overconfidence
pomposity
pompousness
prestige
presumption
pretence
pretense
pretension
pretentiousness
pride
pridefulness
psyche
self
self-admiration
self-assertion
self-assumption
self-assurance
self-assuredness
self-centeredness
self-conceit
self-confidence
self-congratulation
self-esteem
self-glory
self-importance
self-love
self-opinion
self-pride
self-regard
self-respect
self-righteousness
self-satisfaction
self-trust
self-worth
selfdom
selfishness
smugness
snobbishness
superciliousness
superiority
swelled head
swellheadedness
vaingloriousness
vainglory
vainness
vanity

Antonyms for ego

altruism
bashfulness
demureness
diffidence
discredit
disesteem
disgrace
dishonor
disrepute
down-to-earthness
humbleness
humiliation
humility
ignominy
infamy
meekness
modesty
obloquy
odium
opprobrium
passiveness
passivity
self-disgust
self-doubt
self-hate
self-loathing
shame
shyness
timidity
timidness
unselfishness

Meanings of ego

noun
1. The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.
2. (Freudian) The most central part of the mind, which mediates with one's surroundings.

Example Sentences

His ego was bruised when he didn't get the promotion he expected.
She had to set aside her ego to work effectively with the team.
The therapist helped him understand how his ego was affecting his relationships.
A healthy ego can contribute to self-confidence and success.
The actor’s ego seemed larger than his actual talent.

On this page you'll find 98 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ego, such as: altruism, amour propre, aplomb, arrogance, assurance, bashfulness, bighead.

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