masochism
/ˈmæsəˌkɪzəm/
noun
- The enjoyment of experiencing physical or mental pain, often for sexual pleasure.
- Some people explore masochism in safe, consensual relationships.
- His masochism made him seek out situations that caused him emotional distress.
- The novel explores themes of masochism and self-destruction.
- A tendency to seek out or enjoy difficult, painful, or unpleasant situations in everyday life.
- Taking on three jobs at once seems like pure masochism.
- Her masochism was evident when she kept volunteering for the worst assignments.
- Running marathons in the rain is a form of masochism for some athletes.