Epicurean
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- adjective
- /ˌɛpɪˈkjʊəriən/
- Formal
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epicurista
- The restaurant is known for its Epicurean offerings, featuring gourmet dishes that delight the senses.
- Epicurean philosophy
Again, seems to be coming from Epicurean sources.
- Again, seems to be coming from Epicurean sources.
- He was actually an Epicurean philosopher as well.
- And that book is Tending the Epicurean Garden by Hiram Crespo.
- According to this Epicurean counter tradition, the errors included imagining that earthquakes and diseases had a moral or taught a lesson.
Examples
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The Epicurean concept of taking pleasure in the simple things is key to all of this, IMO, as Ryan says enjoying the treats on cheat day—today for me, I love fruity porridge—but also to live a great life.
Blog text (13) -
Seen in this light, epicurean philosophy would appear to be very contemporary, very American.
Academic text (2004) -
This formula strikes me as the hinge of Epicurean philosophy.
Academic text (2004) -
Epicurean philosophy veers close to Buddhism in that Epicurus never sought a metaphysical reason for life's sorrow and suffering.
Academic text (2004) -
Many people appreciate an Epicurean lifestyle that emphasizes enjoying good food and relaxation.
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Her Epicurean approach to life focuses on finding joy in everyday experiences, like savoring a delicious meal.
Synonyms
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A way of living that seeks pleasure and chooses fun over other things
How Pleasure-Seeking
Surface Forms
Morphology
Epicurean = Epicurus (semi-transparent) = Epicurus + ean
Formed from the proper name 'Epicurus' + adjectival suffix '-ean'; the connection to the philosopher is direct but many learners may instead associate the adjective with food and dining.
Etymology
Epicurean comes from the Greek thinker Epicurus, who taught that calm 'pleasure' and peace are the best things in life. So Epicurean describes ideas or a way of living that values quiet, simple pleasures, often linked to enjoying good food like an epicure.