Kink Activities
Sadism
Short Definition
One of the core principles of BDSM as an opposite to Masochism. The S in BDSM stands for Sadism as well as submission.
Detailed Explanation
One of the core principles of BDSM as an opposite to Masochism. The S in BDSM stands for Sadism as well as submission.
It's an umbrella term for all forms of play that involve a person giving pain to someone and perceiving that act as pleasurable or arousing. People who enjoy giving pain are often known as Sadists.
Source
This entry is based on an article from the FetLife Kinktionary. The content has been translated and adapted for the Kinky Circle Wiki.