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psychopathic

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˌsaɪkəˈpæθɪk// UK //sˌaɪkəʊpˈæθɪk// psy·cho·path·ic Archaic

adj. describing someone who lacks normal feelings like guilt or empathy. It is often used to describe people who act in a way that is very cruel or dangerous.

adj. characterised by a lack of normal emotional development or a complete absence of conscience. Often used to describe individuals who exhibit antisocial or predatory behaviour.


SIMPLE

The movie features a psychopathic killer who shows no remorse.

CONTEXTUAL

The psychologist noted that the patient exhibited psychopathic traits, such as a lack of empathy and a tendency to manipulate others for personal gain.

COMPLEX

While the term is frequently used in popular media to describe any violent criminal, clinical psychologists distinguish between a psychopathic personality and a person with a temporary mental breakdown.

Synonyms
Origin

From psycho- + -pathic.

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