sadism (Meaning)

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sadism (n)

sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others

The villain derived a disturbing pleasure from the sadism he inflicted on his captives.
The detective suspected the murderer acted out of sadism, enjoying the suffering of the victim.
The horror film was criticized for its excessive focus on sadistic violence.
The animal trainer emphasized positive reinforcement, avoiding any methods bordering on sadism.
The historical accounts detailed the sadistic practices used during medieval torture.
The psychological thriller explored the dark desires and potential for sadism within a seemingly normal person.
The online trolls were accused of sadism, reveling in the emotional pain they caused others.
The child's sadistic treatment of insects worried her parents, who sought professional guidance.
The BDSM community emphasized consent and safety, ensuring no sadistic acts were performed.
The doctor questioned the patient's mental state after witnessing their sadistic behavior towards animals.

sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others

brutality,cruelty,savagery, cruelness, murderousness, wantonness, barbarousness, atrocity, inhumanity, viciousness

warmth, humaneness, tenderness, warmth, humanity,sympathy, compassion, compassion, kindness, benignity

The villain derived a disturbing pleasure from the sadism he inflicted on his captives.

The detective suspected the murderer acted out of sadism, enjoying the suffering of the victim.

The horror film was criticized for its excessive focus on sadistic violence.

The animal trainer emphasized positive reinforcement, avoiding any methods bordering on sadism.