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Epicurean
01
a person who takes pleasure in refined, often sensual, enjoyment, especially in food and drink
Examples
He was an epicurean who traveled the world to sample the finest cuisines.
The dinner party attracted several epicureans eager for gourmet tasting.
epicurean
01
relating to Epicurus, his philosophy, or the principles of epicureanism
Examples
The lecture explored epicurean ideas about pleasure and the good life.
His epicurean outlook emphasized moderation and intellectual enjoyment.
02
relating to enjoyment of luxuries, especially through delicious food and drink
Examples
She prepared an epicurean feast fit for kings, with delicate foods and fine wines.
They prepared an epicurean feast of crab cakes, filet mignon, and chocolate soufflé for their guests.
03
focused on maximizing enjoyment and minimizing pain and discomfort through one's choices and actions
Examples
His studies of ancient philosophy led him to adopt a more epicurean worldview centered on happiness.
They approached life with an epicurean attitude, resolutely pursuing whatever brought them joy.
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epicureanism
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