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epicurean

/ˌepɪkjʊˈriːən/
ep · i · cu · re · an ˌep · ɪ · kjʊ · ˈriː · ən
English Definition
adj. pleasure-seeking; devoted to luxury
中文释义
享乐主义的
Significado en Español
epicúreo, hedonista
한국어 뜻
쾌락주의의
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
theo chủ nghĩa khoái lạc
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Example Sentence

He lived an epicurean lifestyle, indulging in fine food and wine.

他过着享乐主义的生活,沉迷于美食和美酒。

Synonyms
adj. hedonistic luxurious n. pleasure-seeker
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
Epicurus (Epicurus, hedonistic philosopher) → hedonistic.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the luxurious restaurant, Jane displayed her Epicurean taste, always choosing the most exquisite dishes. Which of the following is a synonym for “Epicurean”?

  1. A Frugal
  2. B Austere
  3. C Hedonistic
  4. D Miserly
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C — Hedonistic. “epicurean” means adj. pleasure-seeking; devoted to luxury

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The ______ millionaire filled his days with fine food and rare wine.

  1. A austere
  2. B frugal
  3. C plain
  4. D epicurean
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D — epicurean. “epicurean” means adj. pleasure-seeking; devoted to luxury

Common questions about “epicurean”

What does “epicurean” mean?

epicurean — adj. pleasure-seeking; devoted to luxury. In Chinese: 享乐主义的.

How do you pronounce “epicurean”?

epicurean is pronounced /ˌepɪkjʊˈriːən/. It breaks into 5 syllables: ep · i · cu · re · an.

How do you use “epicurean” in a sentence?

He lived an epicurean lifestyle, indulging in fine food and wine. (他过着享乐主义的生活,沉迷于美食和美酒。)

What are synonyms for “epicurean”?

adj. hedonistic, luxurious, n. pleasure-seeker — all close in meaning to epicurean (adj. pleasure-seeking; devoted to luxury).

Is “epicurean” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. epicurean appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “epicurean”?

Epicurus (Epicurus, hedonistic philosopher) → hedonistic.

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