Masochist

Pronunciation: /ˈmæsəkɪst/

Definitions of masochist

noun a person who derives pleasure from their own pain or humiliation

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that a masochist enjoys pain.

A2 The masochist willingly endured the physical discomfort.

B1 The masochist derived pleasure from self-inflicted pain.

B2 The masochist had a high tolerance for pain and sought out extreme experiences.

C1 The masochist's psychological profile was complex and intriguing.

C2 The masochist's behavior was seen as a coping mechanism for deeper emotional issues.

Examples of masochist in a Sentence

formal He was labeled as a masochist due to his tendency to enjoy pain and suffering.

informal I think she's a bit of a masochist for always choosing the hardest tasks.

slang Don't be such a masochist and just take a break for once.

figurative Being a perfectionist can sometimes feel like being a masochist, always striving for an unattainable standard.

Grammatical Forms of masochist

• past tense: masochized
• plural: masochists
• comparative: more masochistic
• superlative: most masochistic
• present tense: masochist
• future tense: will masochist
• perfect tense: have masochisted
• continuous tense: is masochisting
• singular: masochist
• positive degree: masochist
• infinitive: to masochist
• gerund: masochisting
• participle: masochistic

Origin and Evolution of masochist

First Known Use: 1886 year

Language of Origin: German

Story behind the word: The word 'masochist' originates from the name of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, an Austrian writer who explored themes of dominance and submission in his works.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe individuals who derive pleasure from receiving pain or humiliation, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of behaviors related to deriving pleasure from one's own suffering or submission.