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Sadistic Definition & Meaning

sadistic
adjective
  1. deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from inflicting pain on another

"Sadistic" in song lyrics

See how sadistic is used in real songs:

  • "Animalistic, sick, sadistic"
    Bishop Lamont — Oh My God!!
  • "Anti-christ is driving the insane. Is he sadistic?"
    Boogiemonsters — Mark of the Beast
  • "how realistic it gets its sadistic"
    Dead Prez — Sellin D.O.P.E.

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Frequently asked questions

What does sadistic mean?
deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from inflicting pain on another
What part of speech is sadistic?
Sadistic is an adjective.

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