adverb
- in a way that shows pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others
Examples
- The villain smiled sadistically as he revealed his evil plan.
- She sadistically enjoyed watching her rival fail the test.
- The bully sadistically tormented the younger students.
- He laughed sadistically at their misfortune.
- The character was portrayed as someone who sadistically manipulated others.
- The dictator sadistically punished anyone who opposed him.