psychopath
US /ˈsaɪkəˌpæθ/
・UK /ˈsaɪkəpæθ/
C2
noun
- Violent, mentally disturbed person
- A person with a mental disorder marked by antisocial behavior, lack of empathy, and often criminal tendencies.
- An individual exhibiting a pattern of disregard for others, deceitfulness, impulsivity, and a lack of remorse or empathy, often assessed using specific diagnostic tools.