ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Masochistic

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˌmæ.səˈkɪs.tɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Masochistic is an adjective meaning Deriving (especially sexual) pleasure from abuse, being punished, or dominated.

Meaning

Deriving (especially sexual) pleasure from abuse, being punished, or dominated.

More Meanings

  1. (slang, colloquial, semantic bleaching) Behavior of someone who puts up with teasing.

Synonyms for masochistic

Depending on context, synonyms include sadomasochistic, algolagnic.

Antonyms for masochistic

Common opposites include sadistic.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include sadomasochistic, algolagnic, automasochistic, sadistic, dominative, intropunitive.

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