hedonistic
/ˌhedəˈnɪstɪk/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌhedəˈnɪstɪk/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌhē-də-ˈni-stik/ (ame, mw)
hedonistic — 形容詞
- hedonisticpositive
- more hedonisticcomparative
- most hedonisticsuperlative
1. treating enjoyment and personal pleasure as the main aim in life, often shown in
享樂主義的
把享受當成人生首要目標的
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.
這部電影描寫一對享樂主義的伴侶，週末都在遊艇和派對上度過。
attributive use: hedonistic + noun
After the lottery win, Omar became hedonistic and stopped saving money.
中了樂透後，Omar 變得只顧享樂，再也不存錢了。
become + hedonistic
Critics called the club hedonistic because guests drank until sunrise every night.
評論家說那家俱樂部很有享樂主義色彩，因為客人每晚都喝到天亮。
The hedonistic holiday ad promised beach parties, long lunches, and spa days.
那則享樂主義的度假廣告主打海灘派對、悠閒午餐和 SPA 行程。
During the debate, Mina rejected the hedonistic idea that pleasure should rule every choice.
在辯論中，Mina 不接受那種享樂主義的想法，認為不該讓享樂主宰每個選擇。
- 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.