Meaning & Definition of word "Masochist"
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Masochist
/ˈmæsəˌkɪst/
noun:
- 1. A person who derives pleasure from their own pain or humiliation, often in a sexual context.
- Example: He admitted to being a masochist, reveling in the pain of his rigorous workout routine.
- 2. A person who takes pleasure in the suffering or discomfort of others, often accepting punishment or hardship willingly.
- Example: Some might see her as a masochist for staying in a toxic relationship despite the emotional toll it took on her.
- 3. In psychology, it refers to a person who seeks out pain or discomfort as a form of gratification.
- Example: Therapists often need to work carefully with a masochist to ensure they understand the underlying issues.
Etymology
Derived from Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, an Austrian novelist known for his writing about erotic pleasure in pain.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pleasure in pain:
The enjoyment or satisfaction derived from experiencing pain.
pain as a pleasure:
The concept of finding pleasure in what typically is perceived as painful.
Related Words
sadist:
A person who derives pleasure from inflicting pain on others.
BDSM:
A variety of erotic practices or roleplaying involving bondage, discipline, dominance and submission, sadism, and masochism.
kink:
A non-conventional sexual taste or fantasy.
Slang Meanings of masochist
Meaning: Suffer for pleasure
Example Sentence: He's a total masochist; he loves to suffer for pleasure.
Meaning: Pain junkie
Example Sentence: After that workout, he's such a pain junkie, it’s like he’s a masochist.