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sadism

/ˈseɪdɪzəm/

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noun

Sadismus, Quälerei

The enjoyment of inflicting pain or humiliation without pity.

Examples :

"The bully's sadism was evident in the way he teased and tormented the smaller children. "

Der Sadismus des Schlägers zeigte sich deutlich in der Art und Weise, wie er die kleineren Kinder hänselte und quälte.

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noun

Sadismus

Achievement of sexual gratification by inflicting pain or humiliation on others, or watching pain or humiliation inflicted on others.

Examples :

"The teacher's sadism was evident in the way she constantly criticized students, finding pleasure in their discomfort. "

Der Sadismus der Lehrerin zeigte sich darin, dass sie die Schüler ständig kritisierte und Gefallen an ihrem Unbehagen fand.

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noun

Sadismus, Quälerei

(in general) Deliberate cruelty, either mental or physical, to other people, or to animals, regardless of whether for (sexual) gratification.

Examples :

"The bully's sadism was evident in how he enjoyed making the smaller children cry. "

Der Sadismus des Schlägers zeigte sich darin, wie er es genoss, die kleineren Kinder zum Weinen zu bringen.

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