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sociopathic

/ˌsoʊ.si.əˈpæθ.ɪk/
so · ci · o · path · ic
Adverb:sociopathically
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1

Relating to, characteristic of, or exhibiting antisocial personality attitudes and behaviors, especially a pervasive disregard for social norms, manipulation of others, and a lack of empathy or remorse.

Example

"The novel's antagonist displays sociopathic tendencies, manipulating everyone around him without a trace of guilt."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In clinical psychology, 'sociopathic' and 'psychopathic' are non-diagnostic terms whose traits fall under Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD); informally, 'sociopathic' often implies erratic, environmentally shaped antisocial behavior, whereas 'psychopathic' suggests calculated, innate callousness.

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sociologist
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from 'sociopath' plus '-ic', combining the Latin 'socius' (companion or society) with the Greek 'pathos' (suffering or disease).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sociopathic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sociopathic
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