Hedonism: meaning, definitions and examples

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hedonism

 

[ หˆhiหdษ™nษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

philosophy

The ethical theory that pleasure (in the sense of the satisfaction of desires) is the highest good and proper aim of human life.

Synonyms

pleasure-seeking philosophy, pursuit of pleasure

Examples of usage

  • Hedonism is often criticized for promoting self-indulgence without considering the consequences.
  • Some people believe that hedonism leads to a shallow and unfulfilling life.
Context #2 | Noun

everyday life

The doctrine that pleasure or happiness is the sole or chief good in life.

Synonyms

enjoyment-focused ideology, pleasure-seeking lifestyle

Examples of usage

  • The party was a perfect example of hedonism, with guests enjoying food, drinks, and music.
  • Some individuals practice hedonism by seeking out experiences that bring them immediate gratification.

Translations

Translations of the word "hedonism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hedonismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค–เคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hedonismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hedonisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะตะดะพะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hedonizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฟซๆฅฝไธป็พฉ (ใ‹ใ„ใ‚‰ใใ—ใ‚…ใŽ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hรฉdonisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hedonismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hedonizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์พŒ๋ฝ์ฃผ์˜ (์พŒ๋ฝ์ฃผ์˜)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู„ุฐุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hedonismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hedonizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบซไนไธปไน‰ (xiวŽnglรจ zhว”yรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hedonizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nautnahyggja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะตะดะพะฝะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ”แƒ“แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hedonizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hedonismo

Etymology

The term 'hedonism' originates from the Greek word 'hedone', which means 'pleasure'. The concept of hedonism has been present in philosophical discussions for centuries, with early proponents including Aristippus of Cyrene and Epicurus. While hedonism is often associated with the pursuit of pleasure, it has been subject to criticism for its focus on short-term gratification and potential disregard for long-term consequences.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,524, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.