WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the right word for love of oneself.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Hedonism
  2. Masochism
  3. Narcissism
  4. Sadism

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Narcissism

Explanation: The word narcissism comes from the Greek myth of Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection. It means excessive self-love or self-admiration. Hedonism ❌: belief in seeking pleasure as the highest good. Masochism ❌: deriving pleasure from one’s own pain. Narcissism ✅: love of oneself, excessive self-focus. Sadism ❌: deriving pleasure from inflicting pain on others.