Sadism 是一个英语单词，源自法语，指的是一种享受施加痛苦于他人（尤其是身体上的）或对他人痛苦的情感反应的行为或倾向。该词的起源来自19世纪法国作家Marquis de Sade（萨德侯爵），因他在作品中展现了这种行为模式。

音标

sadism [ˈseɪdɪzəm]

翻译

Sadism 可以翻译为“施虐狂”或“虐待倾向”。它指的是从对他人造成身体或心理痛苦中获得快感的行为或倾向。

读音

英式发音：[ˈseɪdɪzəm]

美式发音：[ˈseɪdɪzəm]

用法

在心理学中，sadism 通常指一种人格障碍，属于情感或行为控制的范畴。它不仅包括对他人造成肉体伤害，还可能包括情感上的操控和虐待行为。Sadism 也常见于描述一些性变态行为中，作为性施虐倾向的表现。

例句

His sadism was evident in the way he treated his subordinates, often finding pleasure in their discomfort.

The film depicted a disturbing level of sadism in its antagonist’s actions.

The psychologist explained that sadism could be a sign of deeper emotional trauma.

In some cases, sadism is coupled with a desire for control and power over others.

Her sadism became apparent after she took pleasure in the emotional suffering of others.

Sadism is not confined to physical pain but can extend to emotional and psychological harm.

The novel explored themes of domination and sadism in a controversial manner.

He was diagnosed with a form of sadism that led to aggressive and violent behaviors.

The sadistic tendencies of the character made him one of the most chilling villains in the series.

She felt guilty for enjoying the sadistic games her partner suggested during their relationship.

短语搭配

Sexual sadism：性施虐癖

Psychological sadism：心理施虐倾向

Sadistic behavior：施虐行为

Sadistic pleasure：施虐的快感

Sadistic tendencies：施虐倾向

Sadistic personality disorder：施虐人格障碍

Extreme sadism：极端施虐倾向

相关词汇

Masochism（受虐狂）：指的是享受自己遭受痛苦或屈辱的行为，与 sadism 相对。

Sadistic（形容词）：表示具有施虐倾向的。例如：a sadistic individual（一个有施虐倾向的人）。

总结

Sadism 是描述一种通过施加痛苦、控制他人或心理上的压迫来获取快感的行为模式。它不仅是对肉体痛苦的追求，还可能涉及情感和心理上的虐待。