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单词 epicurean
释义 epicurean
 /ep'i kyoo ree"euhn, -kyoor"ee-/,  adj.  
  1. fond of or adapted to luxury or indulgence in sensual pleasures; having luxurious tastes or habits, esp. in eating and drinking.
  2. fit for an epicure: epicurean delicacies.
  3. (cap.) of, pertaining to, or characteristic of Epicurus or Epicureanism.
  n.  
  4. an epicure.
  5. (cap.) a disciple of Epicurus.
 [1350-1400; ME Epicurien < L Epicure(us) of Epicurus ( < Gk Epikoúreios) + -AN]
 Syn. 2. gourmet, luxury, lavish, deluxe, rich.
 Ant. 2. austere, simple, plain, modest, frugal.
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