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bon vivanta person who enjoys the good life, especially good food, drink, and luxurious living

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: a person who enjoys the good life, especially good food, drink, and luxurious living

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌboʊn viˈvɑnt/

Korean meaning: 미식과 사치스러운 생활을 즐기는 사람, 호사가

Korean pronunciation: 본 비**바**nt

Example Sentences

  • The billionaire was a famous bon vivant who threw legendary parties every weekend.
  • Despite being broke, Jake pretended to be a bon vivant by posting pictures of fancy meals he couldn't afford.
  • She transformed from a workaholic into a bon vivant after winning the lottery.

bon vivant

NOUN

//ˌboʊn viˈvɑnt//

a person who enjoys the good life, especially good food, drink, and luxurious living

bon vivant concept
💡 Concept

a sophisticated gentleman in a fine suit raises a crystal wine glass while examining an exquisite gourmet meal spread before him. He savors each bite of the perfectly prepared delicacies with evident pleasure and refined appreciation. The table overflows with expensive dishes, premium wine bottles, and elegant silverware creating a feast for the senses. His refined mannerisms and obvious enjoyment of the luxury demonstrates his cultivated taste for the finer things. A well-dressed waiter stands attentively nearby, presenting another course with professional grace. The restaurant's other patrons admire the elaborate dining display from nearby tables. a person who enjoys the good life, especially fine food, drink, and luxurious living

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˌboʊn viˈvɑnt/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌbɒn viˈvɒnt/

🌳Etymology

Rootbon vivant

Origin

From French 'bon vivant', literally meaning 'good living person'. This term emerged from 18th-century French aristocratic culture to describe someone who enjoys the finer pleasures of life.

🎵Rhyme

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🔗Collocations

renowned bon vivant
lifestyle of a bon vivant
true bon vivant
bon vivant attitude
classic bon vivant

📝Examples

The billionaire was a famous bon vivant who threw legendary parties every weekend.

😄 Fun example

Despite being broke, Jake pretended to be a bon vivant by posting pictures of fancy meals he couldn't afford.

She transformed from a workaholic into a bon vivant after winning the lottery.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

epicureanhedonistgourmetgastronomeconnoisseur

Antonyms

asceticpuritanabstainer

Related

gourmandsophisticatepleasure-seekerluxuriousindulgent

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