ego-identity

noun
UK: /ˌiːɡəʊ aɪˈdentɪti/
US: /ˌiːɡoʊ aɪˈdentɪti/

  1. The sense of self, developed during adolescence, that includes personal beliefs and values.

    1. His ego-identity was strongly influenced by his family.
    2. Developing a strong ego-identity is essential for navigating adulthood successfully, shaping one's choices and relationships.

  2. A coherent sense of self achieved through exploring different roles and integrating them into a consistent identity.

    1. She is searching for her ego-identity.
    2. Through travel and diverse experiences, she strengthened her ego-identity, gaining a deeper understanding of her place in the world.

Synonyms

self-identity self-concept

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ego-identity" in English means: The sense of self, developed during adolescence, that includes personal beliefs and values., A coherent sense of self achieved through exploring different roles and integrating them into a consistent identity..

The phonetic transcription of "ego-identity" is /ˌiːɡəʊ aɪˈdentɪti/ in British English and /ˌiːɡoʊ aɪˈdentɪti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ego-identity": self-identity, self-concept.

Example usage of "ego-identity": "His ego-identity was strongly influenced by his family.". More examples on the page.