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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
The act of whipping oneself, typically for religious penance or for sexual excitement.
Use flagellantism when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Flagellantism means The act of whipping oneself, typically for religious penance or for sexual excitement.
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The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use flagellantism where its definition matches the intended context.
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