Psychopathy
(noun)
- A personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, and egotistical traits.
- A psychological condition characterized by a persistent pattern of manipulation and disregard for the rights of others.
Origin:
From greek ψυχή (psychē, "mind, soul") + -πάθεια (-patheia, "suffering, disease").
Examples:
- The criminal was diagnosed as a psychopath.
- The psychopath had a complete lack of empathy for his victims.
- His behavior suggested that he might be a psychopath.
- The psychopath's charm and manipulativeness made it difficult for people to see through him.
- The psychopath's actions were driven by a need for power and control.