apolaustic
|a-po-laus-tic|
/ˌæpəˈlɔːstɪk/
given to pleasure
Etymology
'apolaustic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'apolaustikos', where 'apo-' meant 'away/from' and the root related to 'apolausis' meant 'enjoyment' or 'delight'.
'apolaustic' entered English via New/Modern Latin and learned (scholarly) usage from Greek 'apolaustikos' (and Late Latin forms such as 'apolausticus'), eventually appearing in English texts as 'apolaustic' with similar spelling and meaning.
Initially it referred broadly to matters 'pertaining to enjoyment or giving delight'; over time its usage narrowed in English to describe a lifestyle or attitude given to sensual or voluptuous pleasure.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
devoted to or given over to sensual pleasure and enjoyment; hedonistic or voluptuous.
He led an apolaustic life, indulging constantly in luxury and sensual pleasures.
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Adjective 2
giving or tending to give pleasure; pleasurable or sensuous in effect (used of experiences, objects, or art).
The apolaustic music filled the room with a sensuous warmth.
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