Used in a Sentence

sado-masochism

Definition, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for sado-masochism.

Editorial note

I think you actually describe a good picture of sado-masochism, the protective mechanism against emotions of unworthiness, though maybe you assumed I was emphasising the sadism side.

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Quick take

Alternative spelling of sadomasochism. [The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.]

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of sado-masochism gathered in one view.

noun

Alternative spelling of sadomasochism. [The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.]

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for sado-masochism.

noun

Alternative spelling of sadomasochism. [The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.]

Example sentences

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I think you actually describe a good picture of sado-masochism, the protective mechanism against emotions of unworthiness, though maybe you assumed I was emphasising the sadism side.

2

They aren't willing to participate in pop culture sado-masochism.

3

Would Lovense satisfy people who are into sado-masochism?

4

Sado-masochism is presented as child abuse or a kinky adult game, not as in BNW as a nobel response to an immoral world (BNW ends with the savage whipping himself, getting into an orgy with curious onlookers, and then hanging himself in disgust).

Proper noun examples

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Sado-masochism is presented as child abuse or a kinky adult game, not as in BNW as a nobel response to an immoral world (BNW ends with the savage whipping himself, getting into an orgy with curious onlookers, and then hanging himself in disgust).

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use sado-masochism in a sentence?

I think you actually describe a good picture of sado-masochism, the protective mechanism against emotions of unworthiness, though maybe you assumed I was emphasising the sadism side.

What does sado-masochism mean?

Alternative spelling of sadomasochism. [The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.]

What part of speech is sado-masochism?

sado-masochism is commonly used as noun.