Bruised Ego
/ˈbruːzd ˈiːɡoʊ/
Definitions
- (n.) A diminished sense of self-worth or pride often arising from perceived insult or rejection, relevant in legal contexts involving defamation, emotional distress, or bad faith claims.
The plaintiff claimed damages for a bruised ego caused by defamatory statements.
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- bruised ego
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Commentary
Though not a formal legal term, 'bruised ego' may inform damages for non-economic harm in tort law, especially in defamation or intentional infliction of emotional distress cases.
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