Psychopathic

usgb/ˌsaɪkəˈpæθɪk/
adjective

Relating to or characterized by a mental disorder where one behaves violently or abnormal without feeling guilty.

His consistent psychopathic behavior left his family in a state of perpetual fear.
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Often appears as...

  • psychopathic behavior
  • psychopathic tendencies

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Guilt-Free Violence

Psychopathic implies actions with extreme violence or deviance carried out without remorse or guilt.

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Despite his psychopathic acts, he displayed a chilling calmness.
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Not Always Criminal

While often used for violent criminals, 'psychopathic' can describe any dangerous behavior without empathy.

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He showed psychopathic negligence towards his employees' safety.
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Beyond Physical Harm

'Psychopathic' can also refer to nonviolent but still harmful acts, like emotional abuse.

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Her psychopathic manipulation left him emotionally scarred.
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