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psychopathic

/ˌsaɪkoʊˈpæθɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does psychopathic mean?

adjective

Describing a person with a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy and impulsivity, often leading to antisocial behavior. This term is often used to describe someone who is extremely selfish and manipulative.

Example

"The psychologist studied the psychopathic tendencies of the serial killer, trying to understand what drove him to commit such heinous crimes."

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