Synonyms for
Psychopath
Definition
A person suffering from chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent social behavior.
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Common collocations
- diagnosed psychopath
- diagnosed as a psychopath
- violent psychopath
- successful psychopath
- psychopath test
- charming psychopath
- callous psychopath
Word family
noun psychopathy
adjective psychopathic
Usage note
While 'psychopath' and 'sociopath' are often used interchangeably, 'psychopath' typically implies a more innate lack of empathy and conscience, whereas 'sociopath' may suggest a condition developed more through environmental factors. Both are informal terms for antisocial personality disorder.
Example sentences
- The police caught the psychopath before he could harm anyone else.
- The psychopath had no remorse for his actions.
- The psychopath's behavior was unpredictable and dangerous.
- Many people are scared of psychopaths because they can be violent.
- The psychopath's mental illness made it difficult for him to function in society.
Quotes
'The difference between a psychopath and a sociopath is that a psychopath will never feel bad about anything they've done.' - Unknown
'A psychopath is like a brain without a heart.' - Unknown
'Psychopaths are not crazy; they are fully aware of what they do and the consequences of those actions.' - Robert Hare