hedonistic
/ˌhedəˈnɪstɪk/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌhedəˈnɪstɪk/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌhē-də-ˈni-stik/ (ame, mw)
hedonistic — adjective
- hedonisticpositive
- more hedonisticcomparative
- most hedonisticsuperlative
1. treating enjoyment and personal pleasure as the main aim in life, often shown in
treating enjoyment and personal pleasure as the main aim in life, often shown in a person's choices or way of living
The film shows a hedonistic couple spending weekends on yachts and parties.
attributive use: hedonistic + noun
After the lottery win, Omar became hedonistic and stopped saving money.
become + hedonistic
Critics called the club hedonistic because guests drank until sunrise every night.
The hedonistic holiday ad promised beach parties, long lunches, and spa days.
During the debate, Mina rejected the hedonistic idea that pleasure should rule every choice.
- self-indulgent
usually more critical; emphasizes giving yourself too much comfort or pleasure
- decadent
stronger and more moralizing; often linked with luxury, excess, or decline
- pleasure-loving
plainer and more neutral; lacks the philosophical tone of 'hedonistic'
- sensual
focuses more narrowly on physical pleasure, especially touch, taste, or sex
- ascetic
describes someone who purposely avoids comfort and pleasure
- disciplined
focuses on self-control rather than following pleasure
- restrained
suggests moderation and holding desires back
文法句型
hedonistic + lifestyle / culture / values
be / become hedonistic
a hedonistic idea that + clause
用法筆記
Often describes a person, lifestyle, or culture rather than one small action. In criticism it suggests that pleasure is put ahead of thrift, discipline, or responsibility, but in academic discussion it can be a neutral label for a belief.