Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌhɛdəˈnɪstɪkli/
KK: /hɛdəˈnɪstɪkli/
Definition
In a way that seeks pleasure and enjoyment as the main goal in life.
Example
She lived hedonistically, always pursuing the next thrill or pleasure.
Conversation

Have you ever thought about living life more hedonistically?

I guess I haven’t really considered it, but it sounds interesting.

It could be fun to enjoy experiences without worrying too much.

True, sometimes you just need to embrace life and indulge a little.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pleasurably
sensually
enjoyably
Antonyms
painfully
unpleasantly
ascetically
Root Explanation
Hedonistically → It is formed from "hedonism" (from Greek "hedonē", meaning pleasure) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "hedonistically" refers to acting in a manner that is related to the pursuit of pleasure.
Memory Tip
Think of 'pleasure' ('hedonē') and remember that 'hedonistically' means acting in a way that seeks pleasure.
Visually Confused Words
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monistically
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egoistically
eudaemonistically
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harmonistically
heuristically