Epicurean: meaning, definitions and examples
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Epicurean
[ ˌɛpɪˈkjʊərɪən ]
philosophy
A follower or student of the Greek philosopher Epicurus, who advocated the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain as the highest good.
Synonyms
hedonist, pleasure-seeker
Examples of usage
- Epicureans believed that the highest pleasure was the absence of pain.
- Many modern thinkers have been influenced by Epicurean philosophy.
relating to pleasure
Devoted to the pursuit of pleasure, especially to the enjoyment of good food and comfort.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She had an epicurean taste for fine wine and gourmet cuisine.
- The hotel offered an epicurean experience with its luxurious spa and gourmet restaurant.
Translations
Translations of the word "Epicurean" in other languages:
🇵🇹 epicurista
🇮🇳 एपिक्यूरियन (Epikyūriyan)
🇩🇪 epikureisch
🇮🇩 epikurean
🇺🇦 епікурейський
🇵🇱 epikurejski
🇯🇵 エピキュリアン (Epikyurian)
🇫🇷 épicurien
🇪🇸 epicúreo
🇹🇷 epikürcü
🇰🇷 에피큐리언 (Epikyurion)
🇸🇦 أبيقوري (Abiquri)
🇨🇿 epikurejský
🇸🇰 epikurejský
🇨🇳 享乐主义者 (Xiǎnglè zhǔyì zhě)
🇸🇮 epikurejski
🇮🇸 epikúroskur
🇰🇿 эпикурейлік (Epikureylik)
🇬🇪 ეპიკურეელი (Epikureeli)
🇦🇿 epikürçü
🇲🇽 epicúreo
Etymology
The term 'Epicurean' comes from the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus, who founded a school of philosophy in Athens in the 4th century BCE. Epicurus believed that the highest good was to seek pleasure and avoid pain, but he also emphasized the importance of moderation and simplicity. His teachings have had a lasting influence on Western philosophy and are often associated with the pursuit of pleasure and happiness.