Schadenfreude (noun)

1. In the anime series, the main character experiences schadenfreude when their rival fails in a competition.

2. According to Greek mythology, some gods experienced schadenfreude when mortals were punished for their arrogance.

3. In the comedy movie, the audience couldn't help but feel a sense of schadenfreude as the clumsy character kept tripping over.

4. In the science fiction novel, the alien species displayed schadenfreude towards humans when they faced difficulties adapting to their advanced technology.