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anima vs. animus

anima
[an-uh-muh] / ˈæn ə mə /

noun

  1. soul; life.

  2. (in the psychology of C. G. Jung)

    1. the inner personality that is turned toward the unconscious of the individual (persona ).

    2. the feminine principle, especially as present in men.

animus
[an-uh-muhs] / ˈæn ə məs /

noun

  1. strong dislike or enmity; hostile attitude; animosity.

  2. motivating purpose or intention; animating spirit.

  3. (in the psychology of C. G. Jung) the masculine principle, especially as present in women.