ego boost

noun

1. something such as praise, success, etc, that makes one feel better about oneself or raises one's morale

Example Sentences

Whatever temporary ego boost he may get from having an entourage, however, it was erased when the world was reminded that one of their main duties is picking him up when he falls.

From Salon

That helps ensure swiping isn’t a “mindless process,” or about a temporary “ego boost,” she said.

From Seattle Times

Yes, they’re an effective ego boost, but that’s not really the point.

From Los Angeles Times

In 1961, three of his songs became hits for other artists: Billy Walker’s “Funny How Time Slips Away,” Faron Young’s “Hello Walls” and, most importantly, Patsy Cline’s “Crazy,” a song that would become a signature for her and both a financial boon and an ego boost for him.

From Seattle Times

It was an ego boost and I wasn't really aware of how much I was spending, but it was hundreds and hundreds every week.

From BBC