sybaritism
- noun
- /ˈsɪbərɪˌtɪzəm/
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sibaritismo
- He rejected sybaritism in favor of a simpler, more meaningful life.
Examples
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The film criticizes the sybaritism of celebrities who indulge in every luxury.
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Some view sybaritism as a sign of moral decline in society.
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His sybaritism was evident in his lavish lifestyle.
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Many critics argue that sybaritism can lead to moral decay.
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At the luxurious spa, they indulged in a weekend of sybaritism filled with massages and gourmet meals.
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Her lifestyle of sybaritism included extravagant vacations and lavish dinner parties.
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The hotel was famous for its sybaritism, offering guests an opulent experience with every amenity imaginable.
Synonyms
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7.2
Great comfort and rich, elegant living that costs a lot
A time when someone takes great pleasure and comfort in rich, expensive things
Antonyms
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5.7
Choosing not to have something you want for moral, religious, or unselfish reasons
- Formal
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9.4
A way of living with very strict self-control that avoids pleasure for religious or spiritual reasons
How Pleasure-Seeking
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Sybaritism comes from the ancient Greek city Sybaris, which was famous for its love of 'luxury' and 'pleasure'. So sybaritism means the habit of seeking and enjoying great comfort and pleasure.