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alter ego

nounmasculineformalcommon/aɫˈtɛɾ ˈɛgu/al·ter-e·go

Definition

1

A second self or different version of oneself; a trusted friend or counterpart.

Usage examples

“The singer's stage persona is her flamboyant alter ego.”
“He considered his business partner his alter ego.”

Common combinations

legal alter egocreate an alter ego