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hedonic

he·do·nic

UK/ˈhiːdənɪk/ US/hʌˈdɑnɪk/ uncommon

adjective

1.

devoted to pleasure

  • “a hedonic thrill”
  • “lives of unending hedonistic delight”
  • “epicurean pleasures”

Origin

From Ancient Greek ἡδονικός (hēdonikós, “pleasant”), equivalent to Ancient Greek ἡδονή (hēdonḗ, “pleasure”) + -ic.

Phrases

  • hedonic adaptation
  • hedonic calculus
  • hedonic damages
  • hedonic treadmill

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