ego
US /ˈiː.ɡoʊ/
UK /ˈiː.ɡoʊ/
1.
ego, autoestima
a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance
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His ego was bruised when he didn't get the promotion.
Seu ego foi ferido quando ele não conseguiu a promoção.
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She has a huge ego and always thinks she's right.
Ela tem um ego enorme e sempre pensa que está certa.
2.
ego
(in Freudian theory) the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious and unconscious elements and is responsible for reality testing and a sense of personal identity
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According to Freud, the ego balances the id and the superego.
Segundo Freud, o ego equilibra o id e o superego.
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The development of the ego is crucial for a healthy personality.
O desenvolvimento do ego é crucial para uma personalidade saudável.