epicurean
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British pronunciation
/ˈɛpɪkjˌʊɹi‍ən/

Definition und Bedeutung von „epicurean“ im Englischen

Epicurean
01

a person who takes pleasure in refined, often sensual, enjoyment, especially in food and drink

example
Beispiele
She considered herself an epicurean, always seeking rare wines and delicacies.
epicurean
01

relating to Epicurus, his philosophy, or the principles of epicureanism

example
Beispiele
The book offered an epicurean perspective on ancient Greek ethics.
02

epikureisch, gastronomisch

relating to enjoyment of luxuries, especially through delicious food and drink
example
Beispiele
They prepared an epicurean feast of crab cakes, filet mignon, and chocolate soufflé for their guests.
Sie bereiteten ein epikureisches Festmahl aus Krabbenkuchen, Filet Mignon und Schokoladensoufflé für ihre Gäste zu.
03

epikureisch, hedonistisch

focused on maximizing enjoyment and minimizing pain and discomfort through one's choices and actions
example
Beispiele
They approached life with an epicurean attitude, resolutely pursuing whatever brought them joy.
Sie gingen mit einer epikureischen Einstellung an das Leben heran und verfolgten entschlossen alles, was ihnen Freude brachte.
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