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1. (n.) sadism
sexual gratification gained by causing pain or degradation to others.
2. sadism
pleasure in being cruel.
3. sadism
extreme cruelty.
Etymology: (1885–90; < F sadisme; see Sade , -ism)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) sadism
sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others
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| Definition of 'sadism' |
U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. sadism
A condition in which there is a derivation of pleasure from inflicting pain, discomfort or humiliation on another person or persons. The sexual significance of sadistic wishes or behavior may be conscious or unconscious.
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