hedonism
hedonism — noun
1. a philosophy and way of living that treats enjoyment as life's most important go
a philosophy and way of living that treats enjoyment as life's most important goal and encourages people to seek satisfying experiences
Stefan's weekend plans were shaped entirely by hedonism, focusing only on good food and friends.
Ancient Greek hedonism taught that a happy life comes from seeking pleasure.
uncountable noun used as a philosophical concept
Rania rejected the hedonism of her college friends and chose to volunteer at a shelter.
Critics say modern society promotes a shallow hedonism focused on luxury goods and status symbols.
Nikhil read about hedonism in his philosophy class and debated its limits with his teacher.
- pleasure-seeking
less formal and describes behaviour rather than a belief system
- epicureanism
a related philosophy that values moderate, refined pleasures over excess
- self-indulgence
more negative in tone, focusing on gratifying one's own desires without restraint
- indulgence
refers to the act of allowing oneself pleasure, without the full philosophical framework
- asceticism
a lifestyle of self-denial and discipline, rejecting material pleasures
- self-denial
the practice of refusing oneself pleasures, often for moral or spiritual reasons
- stoicism
a philosophy emphasizing virtue and self-control over the pursuit of pleasure
文法句型
adjective + hedonism
hedonism as subject or object
用法筆記
Typically used in philosophical, academic, or critical contexts rather than as a self-description. The word often carries a negative judgment in everyday use, suggesting excessive self-indulgence rather than a considered ethical position.