1. people with antisocial personality disorder who lack empathy and disregard social norms and the rights of others
Usage: psychology; plural of sociopath

Examples

• The documentary explored how sociopaths manipulate others without feeling guilt.
• Mental health professionals study the behavior patterns of sociopaths.
• Unlike in movies, most sociopaths are not violent criminals.
• Sociopaths often appear charming and normal in social situations.
• The researcher interviewed several diagnosed sociopaths for her study.
• Many sociopaths struggle to maintain long-term relationships.
• The book explained the difference between sociopaths and psychopaths.