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hedonista person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhiːdənɪst/

Korean meaning: 쾌락주의자, 향락주의자 (인생에서 쾌락 추구가 가장 중요하다고 믿는 사람)

Korean pronunciation: **히**더니스트

Example Sentences

  • The millionaire was known as a hedonist who threw lavish parties every weekend.
  • My cat is such a hedonist - she only moves from her sunny spot to eat gourmet food.
  • The reformed hedonist now spends his time volunteering instead of partying.

hedonist

NOUN

//ˈhiːdənɪst//

a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life

hedonist concept
💡 Concept

a relaxed person lounges on an elaborate floating chair in a crystal-clear pool, simultaneously eating expensive chocolates and sipping a colorful tropical drink. They wear designer sunglasses and have a blissful expression while surrounded by floating trays of gourmet food and entertainment devices. Their carefree attitude shows they've arranged their entire day around maximizing personal enjoyment and comfort. Resort staff members hurry around the pool area carrying more luxurious treats and amenities to serve the guest. Other wealthy guests nearby engage in similar pleasure-seeking activities like spa treatments and fine dining. a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈhiːdənɪst/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈhiːdənɪst/

🌳Etymology

Roothedon
Suffix--ist

Origin

From Greek 'hedone' meaning pleasure or delight, combined with the suffix '-ist' meaning one who practices or believes in something. The word relates to the ancient Greek philosophical school of hedonism that emphasized pleasure as the highest good.

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🎵Rhyme

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📝Examples

The millionaire was known as a hedonist who threw lavish parties every weekend.

😄 Fun example

My cat is such a hedonist - she only moves from her sunny spot to eat gourmet food.

The reformed hedonist now spends his time volunteering instead of partying.

😄 Fun example

She called herself a 'chocolate hedonist' because she couldn't resist any dessert.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

pleasure-seekersensualistepicureanlibertinebon vivant

Antonyms

asceticpuritanabstainer

Related

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