masochist
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Noun — A person who takes pleasure in their own pain, humiliation, or suffering.
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Etymology
Named after the author Leopold von Sacher-Masoch; the term was coined by Richard von Krafft-Ebing and later popularized through Freud's writing.
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What does “masochist” mean?
The word “masochist” means a person who takes pleasure in their own pain, humiliation, or suffering. In plain terms, someone who enjoys or tolerates pain or unpleasantness, literally or as a figure of speech.
How do you pronounce “masochist”?
“Masochist” is pronounced MA-suh-kihst (/ˈmæ.səˌkɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “masochist” in a sentence?
Here is “masochist” used in a sentence: “Only a masochist would volunteer for that shift twice in a row.”
What part of speech is “masochist”?
“Masochist” is a noun.