Apolaustic

/ˌæpəˈlɔstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the enjoyment or consumption of pleasure, especially in a way that is unrestrained or indulgent.

Etymology

From Greek 'apolaustos' (not enjoyed), but evolved to mean enjoying pleasure fully. The root 'apolauesthai' means 'to enjoy' from 'apo-' (fully) + 'laustos' (enjoyed).

Kelly Says

This word is like the opposite of asceticism—it describes someone who believes pleasure should be enjoyed fully and directly, which ancient Greek philosophers like Epicurus would have appreciated!

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