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hedonism

/ˈhiːdənɪzəm/

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noun

Hedonismus, Genussstreben

The belief that pleasure or happiness is the highest good in life. Some hedonists, such as the Epicureans, have insisted that pleasure of the entire mind, not just pleasure of the senses, is the highest good.

Examples :

"Maria's hedonism was evident in her constant pursuit of fun and enjoyment, even if it meant sacrificing some time for studying. "

Marias Hedonismus zeigte sich in ihrem ständigen Streben nach Spaß und Vergnügen, selbst wenn dies bedeutete, etwas Zeit für das Lernen zu opfern.

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noun

Hedonismus, Genussstreben

A general devotion to the pursuit of pleasure.

Examples :

"His hedonism was evident in his constant pursuit of fun activities, even during the school week. "

Sein Hedonismus zeigte sich in seinem ständigen Streben nach unterhaltsamen Aktivitäten, selbst während der Schulwoche.

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