Pronunciation: /ɪˈmɑːɡoʊ/
noun an idealized image of someone, formed in childhood and persisting in the unconscious mind
A1 An imago is the final stage of development for an insect before it becomes an adult.
A2 In biology, an imago refers to the fully developed adult form of an insect.
B1 The imago of a butterfly is often the most recognizable stage in its life cycle.
B2 Entomologists study the physical characteristics of the imago to identify different species of insects.
C1 The imago stage is crucial for reproduction and continuation of the species in many insects.
C2 Understanding the process of metamorphosis from larva to imago is essential in the field of entomology.
formal The imago stage in psychology refers to the final stage of development in which an individual reaches maturity.
informal I learned about the imago stage in my psychology class, it's the last stage of development.
slang I'm so over the imago phase, I just want to be an adult already.
figurative The company's brand imago is carefully curated to appeal to a younger demographic.
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