psychopathy
noun
psy·chop·a·thy
sī-ˈkä-pə-thē 
plural psychopathies
: mental disorder especially when marked by egocentric and antisocial activity, a lack of remorse for one's actions, an absence of empathy for others, and often criminal tendencies
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In its early stages especially, as Frankenstein collects the pieces for his monster, the movie has an atmosphere of later, grittier films that examine the psychopathy of twisted men, like Maniac (1963) and Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986).
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
While the baseline rate of psychopathy among CEOs is concerningly high, the extended evaluation period inherent in insider succession offers a greater chance to identify and weed out problematic candidates.
—Gautam Mukunda, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Caped Crusader pays homage to this creepy appearance, fitting him into a collection of foes that straddle the line between colorful costumes and psychopathy.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 24 July 2024
Toxic traits involve self-centeredness (narcissism), manipulation and exploitation of others (Machiavellianism) and a lack of empathy or remorse (psychopathy).
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
While the baseline rate of psychopathy among CEOs is concerningly high, the extended evaluation period inherent in insider succession offers a greater chance to identify and weed out problematic candidates.
—Gautam Mukunda, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Caped Crusader pays homage to this creepy appearance, fitting him into a collection of foes that straddle the line between colorful costumes and psychopathy.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 24 July 2024
Toxic traits involve self-centeredness (narcissism), manipulation and exploitation of others (Machiavellianism) and a lack of empathy or remorse (psychopathy).
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Psychopathy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/psychopathy. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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psychopathy
noun
psy·chop·a·thy
sī-ˈkäp-ə-thē
plural psychopathies
1
: mental disorder especially when marked by egocentric and antisocial activity, a lack of remorse for one's actions, an absence of empathy for others, and criminal tendencies
2
especially formerly
: antisocial personality
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