Crossword Genius

It can be bruised or stroked (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ego

(Other definitions for ego that I've seen before include "(Person's) sense of self-esteem" , "Self-esteem, sense of self" , "Inflated pride" , "Sense of self, conceit" , "Aspect of the personality" .)

I've seen this clue in The Washington Post.
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