masochistic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or deriving pleasure, especially sexual pleasure, from being humiliated, beaten, or otherwise suffering pain or distress.

  - "His masochistic tendencies were revealed during their sadomasochistic role-play."
  - "She was surprised to discover that her partner had masochistic inclinations."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with masochistic
sadistic , masquerade , classic

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Variants

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masochistic , masochistically

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Etymology

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From Greek maso- 'receiver of' + -kheilikos 'pain, suffering, or instrument of punishment'.

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Trivia

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1. Masochism is not a mental disorder, but rather a preference or kink.

2. The term 'masochism' was coined by the Austrian writer Leopold von Sacher-Masoch in his 1869 novel 'Venus in Furs'.

3. Masochistic tendencies have been observed in various animals, including rodents and primates.

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Related Concepts

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1. sadism: A related concept, sadism refers to the derivation of pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others.

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Culture

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In literature and art, masochism is often explored as a form of psychological or emotional dominance and submission. It has been depicted in various forms, from the Marquis de Sade's explicit and often controversial works to more subtle explorations in the works of authors such as Leopold von Sacher-Masoch and Anaïs Nin.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Masochism: Must Ask Someone To Inflict Sensation'.

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