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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sadist

/sædɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does sadist mean?

noun

A person who derives pleasure, especially sexual gratification, from inflicting pain or humiliation on others. A person who takes pleasure in causing others to suffer.

Example

"The sadist in the novel took pleasure in the suffering of his victims."

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