Masochism

C2 18+

Antonyms of masochism

Collocations of masochism

self-inflicted pain
Frequency: 70 %

Her masochism led her to seek out self-inflicted pain.

pleasure in suffering
Frequency: 60 %

He found pleasure in suffering, a manifestation of his masochism.

psychological pain
Frequency: 50 %

His masochism was rooted in a desire for psychological pain.

sadomasochistic relationship
Frequency: 45 %

Their sadomasochistic relationship was based on mutual pain and pleasure.

emotional masochism
Frequency: 40 %

She engaged in emotional masochism by seeking out toxic relationships.

Idiomatic Expressions for masochism

  • Phrase: to have a masochistic streak
    Meaning: to have a tendency or inclination towards enjoying pain or suffering
    Usage: He always chooses the most challenging tasks at work, he definitely has a masochistic streak.