Cyrenaic 1 of 2

adjective

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as in hedonistic

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Cyrenaic

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noun

as in Epicurean

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  1. hedonistic
  2. Epicurean
  3. sensual
  4. voluptuous
Adjective
  • Eau Triple Peruvian Heliotrope also uses tonka bean and violet notes for a hedonistic, velvety spritz that remains subtle on the skin and not overbearing.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • In recent decades, Vang Vieng had earned a notorious reputation as a hedonistic party center where travelers could easily access cheap alcohol and illicit drugs.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of hedonistic
Noun
  • How to watch: The Epicurean Hotel in Tampa hosts the finale 6-9pm on Monday.
    Selene San Felice, Axios, 31 July 2024
  • Moore did not buy the physical buildings from Dickson but took over management of the Epicurean Group of establishments and employees.
    Jennifer Dixon, Detroit Free Press, 12 June 2024
Definition of Epicurean
Adjective
  • The result is an unfamiliar and deeply sensual aural clash of whistles, clicks, and consonants, each molded and metamorphosed by their enveloping fungal tissue.
    Mariana Fernández, ARTnews.com, 18 Dec. 2024
  • The scent is sensual, warm, and a sophisticated, unisex fragrance that feels timeless and mysterious.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of sensual
Adjective
  • Hugo wrote in voluptuous, righteous prose about Notre-Dame’s dereliction.
    Michael Kimmelman, New York Times, 6 Dec. 2024
  • This place gives what is uniquely a sweet and voluptuous touch to the tannins, combined with very intense spiciness on the finish.
    John Mariani, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of voluptuous
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