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What does the Latin root 'ego' primarily refer to?
What does the Latin root 'ego' primarily refer to?
How does an egomaniac differ from an egoist?
How does an egomaniac differ from an egoist?
What term describes someone who sees themselves as the center of the universe?
What term describes someone who sees themselves as the center of the universe?
Which of the following correctly compares egoism, egocentrism, and egomania?
Which of the following correctly compares egoism, egocentrism, and egomania?
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What is the special meaning of 'ego' in psychology implied in the excerpt?
What is the special meaning of 'ego' in psychology implied in the excerpt?
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What is the adjective form of the noun 'egomaniac'?
What is the adjective form of the noun 'egomaniac'?
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What does the root 'alter' mean?
What does the root 'alter' mean?
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Which of the following words is defined as a verbal dispute?
Which of the following words is defined as a verbal dispute?
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When someone behaves in an 'altruistic' manner, they are primarily focused on:
When someone behaves in an 'altruistic' manner, they are primarily focused on:
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What does 'altering' your plans imply?
What does 'altering' your plans imply?
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The term 'alter ego' refers to:
The term 'alter ego' refers to:
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Which word best describes a situation with no other choice?
Which word best describes a situation with no other choice?
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What is the implication of an 'altercation' compared to a simple quarrel?
What is the implication of an 'altercation' compared to a simple quarrel?
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Study Notes
Ego and Related Words
- Ego originates from the Latin pronoun "ego" meaning "I."
- Egoist focuses on themselves and their needs.
- Egotist is similar to egoist but emphasizes excessive self-importance.
- Egocentric refers to seeing oneself as the center of the universe, an extreme form of egoism.
- Egomaniac takes egoism to a harmful obsession, characterized by excessive self-absorption and a disregard for others.
Other and Related Words
- Alter meaning "other" is the root of many English words.
- Altruism is the philosophy of acting for the benefit of others.
- Altruistic actions are selfless and focused on the well-being of others.
- Alternate means to take turns or switch between options, like playing golf on alternating Saturdays.
- Alternative refers to other choices or options.
- Alteration signifies a change or modification, making something different.
- Altercation is a heated verbal dispute, implying a forceful disagreement with strong emotions.
- Alter ego refers to a close friend or associate who shares similar thoughts, actions, and temperament, akin to an "other self."
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Test your knowledge on the concepts of ego and its related terms. This quiz will cover various aspects of self-centeredness, altruism, and the meanings of words derived from 'alter.' Discover how these words are interconnected and their implications in everyday language.
