HEDONISTIC Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

hedonistic

adjective

ˌhē-də-ˈni-stik

Definition of hedonistic

as in luxurious

given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires a hedonistic lifestyle a city known for its hedonistic nightlife

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Recent Examples of hedonistic Danceteria looks back on happier, hedonistic times decades ago. — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 31 Aug. 2026 Take the paved footpath behind Zori past olive groves to reach the ACI Marina, its restaurants and the taxi boats that take you to Hvar Town and the notoriously hedonistic beach club, Carpe Diem, on the neighboring island of Marinkovac. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 Johnson adds that Woodall’s Sal also represents Bourdain’s hedonistic side. — Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 7 Aug. 2026 Among the concrete, steel, and other severe materials, these rich hues perfectly capture the hedonistic spirit of this Brutalist villa. — Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hedonistic

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TikTok filled with videos of grim stores nearing closure that looked more apocalyptic than luxurious.

— Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
In a report published on Tuesday, four men — apparently in the same unit as Combs — told NBC the Grammy winner was enjoying a luxurious lifestyle despite his being behind bars.

— Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of luxurious

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Mosaku’s dress was formfitting and merged timeless elegance with a scintillating, sensual appeal by contemporary standards.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Printing, embroidery and sequins gave the surfaces depth, though their richness sometimes competed with the sensual draping that is one of Tron’s strengths.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of sensual

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Marbella is once again attracting a moneyed, glamorous crowd, with sybaritic beach clubs, fashion pop-ups, standout restaurants, and sprawling spas that promise head-to-toe pampering.

— Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
In its archetypal form, the seduction plot features a sybaritic aristocrat who attempts to debauch an upstanding daughter of the bourgeoisie.

— Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 1 June 2026

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