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From "Through the Looking-Glass" by Carroll, Lewis
Humpty Dumpty
A large egg sitting on a wall who values words and their meanings.
Core Belief
"Words mean whatever I choose them to mean."
Worldview
Humpty Dumpty sees himself as an intellectual superior, capable of manipulating language to his own advantage. He believes in the power of words and is determined to control their meaning. He is dismissive of those who do not share his linguistic prowess.
Personality
Pompous, pedantic, and self-important, Humpty Dumpty is obsessed with words and their meanings, often using them in unconventional ways. He believes he has the power to define words as he sees fit and is easily offended by those who disagree with him.
In Their Own Words
"“When _I_ use a word,” Humpty Dumpty said in rather a scornful tone, “it means just what I choose it to mean—neither more nor less.”"
"“The question is,” said Humpty Dumpty, “which is to be master—that’s all.”"
"“I can explain all the poems that were ever invented—and a good many that haven’t been invented just yet.”"
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