Sybaritic: meaning, definitions and examples

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sybaritic

 

[ ˌsɪbəˈrɪtɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

lifestyle

Sybaritic refers to a lifestyle that is characterized by luxury, indulgence, and pleasure-seeking. It often implies an excessive appreciation for extravagant comforts and lavish living. The term originates from the ancient city of Sybaris in Italy, known for its residents who were reputed to be lovers of luxury and indulgent pleasures. Such a lifestyle often contrasts with ascetic or austere living, where individuals may choose to forgo luxuries in favor of simpler, more disciplined lifestyles.

Synonyms

extravagant, hedonistic, indulgent, lavish, luxurious.

Examples of usage

  • The mansion was filled with sybaritic furnishings and ornate decor.
  • They enjoyed a sybaritic holiday, indulging in gourmet food and spa treatments.
  • Her sybaritic tastes often led her to the finest restaurants and exclusive parties.

Translations

Translations of the word "sybaritic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sybarítico

🇮🇳 साइबरिटिक

🇩🇪 sybaritisch

🇮🇩 sybaritic

🇺🇦 сибаритичний

🇵🇱 sybarytyczny

🇯🇵 シバリティック

🇫🇷 sybaritique

🇪🇸 sibarítico

🇹🇷 sybaritik

🇰🇷 시바리틱

🇸🇦 سيبارتيك

🇨🇿 sybaritní

🇸🇰 sybaritický

🇨🇳 奢华的

🇸🇮 sybaritski

🇮🇸 sybaritic

🇰🇿 сибариттік

🇬🇪 სიბარიტული

🇦🇿 sibaritik

🇲🇽 sibarítico

Etymology

The word 'sybaritic' finds its roots in the ancient city of Sybaris, which was established in southern Italy around the 8th century BC. The city became famous for its wealth and the hedonistic lifestyle of its inhabitants, who were known for their love of luxury and indulgence. The term 'Sybarite' originated from the inhabitants of Sybaris and later evolved into the adjective 'sybaritic.' Over time, it came to denote not only the opulence associated with the city but also a broader sense of excessive indulgence in sensory pleasures. The allure of a sybaritic lifestyle has permeated various cultures and has been referenced in literature and art as a symbol of extravagance and unfettered enjoyment. In contemporary usage, it often conveys a sense of refinement and detachment from more pragmatic or ascetic modes of living.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,879, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.