Dictionary
sa•dism
Pronunciation: (sā'diz-um, sad'iz-), [key]—
n.
1. Psychiatry.sexual gratification gained through causing pain or degradation to others. Cf.
masochism.
2. any enjoyment in being cruel.
3. extreme cruelty.
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