masochism
noun
the condition in which sexual gratification depends on suffering physical pain or humiliation.
masochistically
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a word derived from
masochism.
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a word derived from
masochistic.
masochisticadjectivehaving a condition in which sexual gratification depends on suffering, physical pain, and humiliation.
Example Sentences
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But a long time ago, I started almost masochistically to work with that aesthetic with an almost archaeological eye.
From New York Times ● Oct. 17, 2017
Those with any fear of flying will either find it unbearable or masochistically exciting.
From New York Times ● Jan. 30, 2014
"People almost masochistically enjoy that kind of hardship," he says.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 18, 2013
Alker remains as frighteningly fit and masochistically tough as ever.
From The Guardian ● May 14, 2010
His head was propped up just enough to rest uncomfortably, almost masochistically, against the very base of the headboard.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
