Definition
paraphilic
adjective
- relating to or characterized by paraphilia; involving sexual interest in atypical objects, situations, fantasies, or individuals
Usage: clinical/medical term; often used in psychology and psychiatry
Examples
- The therapist specializes in treating paraphilic disorders.
- Paraphilic interests are studied extensively in clinical psychology.
- The diagnostic manual includes criteria for various paraphilic conditions.
- Researchers examine the neurobiological basis of paraphilic attraction.