alter ego

noun al·ter ego \ˌȯl-tər-ˈē-(ˌ)gō also -ˈe-(ˌ)gō\

: a different version of yourself

: a close friend who thinks or feels similarly to the way you think or feel

Full Definition of ALTER EGO

: a second self: as

a : a trusted friend

b : the opposite side of a personality

c : counterpart 3

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Latin, literally, second I

First Known Use: 1537

Synonyms: friend, amigo, buddy, chum, compadre, comrade, confidant, confidante, crony, familiar, intimate, mate [chiefly British], musketeer, pal

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