Sadomasochistic (adjective)

  1. Relating to or characterized by the practice of taking pleasure in causing or receiving pain.
  2. Relating to or characterized by the tendency to derive pleasure from one's own pain and the pain of others.

Origin:

From german sadomasochismus, from sadism + masochism.

Examples:

  1. The couple had a sadomasochistic relationship, where they both enjoyed causing and receiving pain.
  2. The novel"s portrayal of the main character"s sadomasochistic tendencies was graphic and disturbing.
  3. The sadomasochistic scene in the movie was controversial and was cut from the final version.
  4. The sadomasochistic elements of the story made it difficult for many readers to enjoy the book.
  5. Some people find sadomasochistic practices repulsive, while others find them exciting and fulfilling.