masochistic
pronunciation
How to pronounce masochistic in British English:
UK [ˌmæsə'kɪstɪk]
How to pronounce masochistic in American English:
US [ˌmæsə'kɪstɪk]
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- Adjective:
- deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from being abused or dominated
Word Origin
- masochistic (adj.)
- 1894, from masochist + -ic.
Example
- 1. Offshore investors in asian corporate bonds have always had a masochistic streak .
- 2. This is both masochistic and cowardly .
- 3. That would be an easy option , but ultimately a masochistic one .
- 4. In core countries , notably germany , this fiscal consolidation is voluntary , even masochistic .
- 5. Certain phenomena , including horror movies and masochistic daydreams , require a different type of explanation .