Epicureanist
Translation of "epicureanist" into Russian
Epicureanist
NounUK
/ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriːənɪst/
US
/ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriənɪst/
Countable noun referring to a person; plural in regular -s.
книжн.; о последователе Эпикура, а также переносно — о любителе изысканных удовольствий
The lecturer described the ancient Epicureanists as thinkers who valued tranquility and moderate pleasure.
Лектор описал древних эпикурейцев как мыслителей, ценивших спокойствие и умеренное удовольствие.
Additional translations
о человеке, стремящемся к утончённым удовольствиям, роскоши и чувственным наслаждениям
Definitions
Epicureanist
NounUK
/ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriːənɪst/
US
/ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriənɪst/
a person who follows or supports Epicureanism, the philosophy associated with Epicurus
The lecturer described the ancient Epicureanists as thinkers who valued tranquility and moderate pleasure.
a person devoted to refined enjoyment or the pursuit of sensual pleasure, especially fine food and drink
He was something of an Epicureanist, always seeking the best restaurants and wines.