egoity - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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egoity (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Egoity is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈɛɡoʊɪti/

Meaning and Usage

Egoity refers to the quality or state of being egoistic or self-centered. It describes an attitude characterized by a focus on oneself and one's own interests or needs, often to the detriment of others.

Example Sentences: 1. "His egoity often alienates him from his friends."
(Его эгоизм часто отталкивает его от друзей.) 2. "Egoity can sometimes be masked by acts of kindness that are ultimately self-serving."
(Эгоизм иногда может быть замаскирован благородными поступками, которые в конечном итоге служат лишь себе.) 3. "Psychologists study how egoity impacts relationships."
(Психологи изучают, как эгоизм влияет на отношения.)

Idiomatic Expressions

While "egoity" is not commonly used in any specific idiomatic expressions, the concept of egoism and self-centeredness appears in several idiomatic phrases.

Example Sentences with Related Idiomatic Expressions: 1. "He has a big chip on his shoulder due to his strong ego."
(У него большой комплекс, касающийся его высокого эго.) 2. "She's full of herself, making it hard to work as a team."
(Она очень самовлюбленная, что мешает работать в команде.) 3. "Their self-centered approach left everyone feeling unappreciated."
(Их эгоистичный подход оставил всех неоцененными.) 4. "Being on a high horse, he couldn't see the perspectives of others."
(Будучи на своей высокой лошади, он не мог увидеть мнения других.) 5. "It's always about him; he never sees beyond his own nose."
(Всё всегда вертится вокруг него; он никогда не видит дальше своего носа.)

Etymology

The term "egoity" is derived from the Latin word "ego," meaning "I" or "self," combined with the suffix "-ity," indicating a state or condition. The word has roots in discussions of psychological concepts related to self-perception and identity, particularly in philosophical contexts.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Selfishness - Egoism - Narcissism - Self-absorption

Antonyms: - Altruism - Selflessness - Benevolence - Generosity



25-07-2024