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
  • In the video the two singers donned elegant suits and sensual choreography while performing the romance song under a cinematic black-and-white aesthetic.
    Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Trotter reignited the label with her quietly sensual designs and her focus on textures would gel with Bottega Veneta and her predecessor’s work at the brand.
    Luisa Zargani, WWD, 6 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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