Meaning of the word sociopathic in English

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sociopathic

US /ˌsoʊ.si.əˈpæθ.ɪk/
UK /ˌsoʊ.si.əˈpæθ.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

relating to or denoting a personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, and egotistical traits.

Example:
His actions revealed a deeply sociopathic tendency.
The character in the novel was portrayed as a charming but sociopathic individual.
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