pain-seeking

[US]/[ˈpeɪnˌsiːkɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈpeɪnˌsiːkɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Having a desire to experience pain; masochistic.; Inclined to cause pain to others.
n.A person who enjoys experiencing pain.

Phrases & Collocations

pain-seeking behavior

pain-seeking individual

pain-seeking tendencies

pain-seeking activities

pain-seeking role

pain-seeking patterns

pain-seeking process

pain-seeking drive

pain-seeking response

Example Sentences

the athlete's pain-seeking training regimen pushed him to his limits.

some find a strange satisfaction in pain-seeking activities like endurance challenges.

his pain-seeking behavior stemmed from a complex psychological need.

she engaged in pain-seeking practices to explore the boundaries of her body.

the film depicted a character driven by a relentless pain-seeking obsession.

critics questioned the ethics of a show that glorified pain-seeking.

he described his experience as a form of self-inflicted pain-seeking.

the pain-seeking ritual was a key part of their spiritual practice.

the documentary explored the psychology behind pain-seeking and masochism.

despite the risks, he continued his pain-seeking journey for enlightenment.

the artist used pain-seeking imagery to convey themes of suffering and resilience.

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