Meaning of Epicureanism | Babel Free
/ˌɛpɪˈkju(ə)ɹiənɪzəm/Definitions
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The philosophical belief that pleasure is the highest good, particularly as advocated by Epicurus with a focus on mental pleasures and on avoidance of pain (ataraxia) through moderation and common virtue. uncountable, usually
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Alternative letter-case form of Epicureanism (general pursuit of pleasure). alt-of, uncountable
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Synonym of hedonism, general pursuit of pleasure, particularly refined and knowledgeable enjoyment of good food, drink, and similar sensual pleasures. proscribed, sometimes, uncountable, usually
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Synonym of atheism. obsolete, uncountable, usually
Equivalents
Español
epicureísmo
Suomi
epikurolaisuus
日本語
快楽主義
Nederlands
epicurisme
Polski
epikureizm
Português
epicurismo
Русский
эпикуре́йство
Svenska
epikurism
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.