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Epicureanism in Dutch

Epicureanism in Dutch is epicurisme — Epicureanism means the philosophy taught by Epicurus, that pleasure is the greatest good, reached mainly through calm of mind and moderate living rather than excess.

Epicureanism in Dutch

epicurisme
noun
(sometimes, _, proscribed) Synonym of hedonism, general pursuit of pleasure, particularly refined and knowledgeable enjoyment of good food, drink, and similar sensual pleasures.

What does "Epicureanism" mean?

  1. noun The philosophy taught by Epicurus, that pleasure is the greatest good, reached mainly through calm of mind and moderate living rather than excess.
  2. noun The general pursuit of pleasure, especially a refined enjoyment of fine food and drink.
  3. noun Another word for atheism.
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What is "Epicureanism" in Dutch?
"Epicureanism" in Dutch is epicurisme. Epicureanism means: The philosophy taught by Epicurus, that pleasure is the greatest good, reached mainly through calm of mind and moderate living rather than excess.
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