hedonist Definition

hedonism
noun

1. The belief that pleasure is the most important achievement or the highest good in life.
2. The pursuit of and devotion to pleasure.
3. A lifestyle devoted to seeking pleasure.

Derivative: hedonist
noun

Someone whose lifestyle is devoted to seeking pleasure
Thesaurus: libertine, profligate, bon vivant, epicure, gourmand, sensualist, sybarite, voluptuary, swinger (slang); Antonym: ascetic.

Derivative: hedonistic
adj

Characterized by devotion to pleasure
Thesaurus: self-indulgent, voluptuous, luxurious, epicurean, sybaritic; Antonym: austere.

Etymology: 19c: from Greek hedone pleasure.