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Meaning of Epicureanism | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
/ˌɛpɪˈkju(ə)ɹiənɪzəm/

Definitions

  1. 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
  2. Alternative letter-case form of Epicureanism (general pursuit of pleasure).
    alt-of, uncountable
  3. Synonym of hedonism, general pursuit of pleasure, particularly refined and knowledgeable enjoyment of good food, drink, and similar sensual pleasures.
    proscribed, sometimes, uncountable, usually
  4. Synonym of atheism.
    obsolete, uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Español epicureísmo
日本語 快楽主義
Nederlands epicurisme
Polski epikureizm
Português epicurismo
Svenska epikurism

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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