psychopathic

Example Sentences

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Benkired was examined by psychiatric experts and found to have "psychopathic" traits but otherwise sane.

From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025

“His portrayal of Joe Davola managed to feel real and grounded and psychopathic and absurd and hilarious all at the same time,” Mr. Charles wrote on social media.

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2024

We devour tales of psychopathic killers on true crime podcasts, watch movies about horrible monsters, play games filled with ghosts and zombies, and read books that describe apocalyptic worlds packed with our worst fears.

From Scientific American • Oct. 20, 2023

Margolyes played the nurse to Martin’s psychopathic dentist in the maniacal farce.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2023

But the worst part is that for the few minutes every hour when I’m not psychopathic, I know that to be with Brian: I would give all ten fingers.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson