Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Ms. Naud, whose character will scheme with Ripley-like precision and sociopathy to bring her targets down and escape justice, is the most intriguing aspect of “Influencers,” both in her performance and in her self.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

That’s because people who are not sociopathic just can’t believe that pure sociopathy exists.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2024

If you’re even a little sensitive to signs of sociopathy, you’d peg Ethan Dobson right away.

From New York Times • Feb. 6, 2024

“Godland” isn’t Pálmason’s first study of sociopathy in frigid isolation; nor is it his first time working with the well-paired Crosset Hove and Sigurðsson.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2023

They view his sociopathy as a weapon they can use against their perceived enemies.

From Salon • Jul. 22, 2022