Meaning
The term "id" refers to the part of the mind in psychoanalytic theory that contains our basic instincts and drives, often operating unconsciously.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "id" with "identity," as they refer to different concepts.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Lena
sat
by
the
caf
é
window
,
watching
rain
on
the
street
and
wondering
why
she
had
bought
the
train
ticket
at
the
last
minute
.
She
could
not
explain
the
decision
logically
because
it
felt
like
a
quick
,
empty
thrill
rather
than
a
careful
plan
.
She
thought
her
id
,
the
part
of
the
mind
that
contains
basic
instincts
and
drives
and
often
works
unconsciously
,
had
pushed
her
to
act
without
thinking
.
Now
she
smiled
at
the
memory
and
promised
to
be
more
aware
of
similar
urges
in
the
future
.
That
promise
made
her
feel
calmer
and
more
ready
to
make
choices
for
sensible
reasons
.
Common Phrases
id theory
id and ego
id-driven behavior
Related Words
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