CYRENAIC Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of Cyrenaic

as in hedonistic

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noun

as in Epicurean

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Adjective

The happy couple, naturally, take occasional breaks to sip champagne, soak in a bubble bath and lasciviously feed each other ice cream amid the barely dressed, hedonistic debauchery.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
In the series, which began its second season last month, Okeniyi plays Leighton Vance, billionaire tech chief; Leighton Vance, hedonistic nepo baby; and Leighton Vance, spiritual guru.

— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of hedonistic

Adjective

The high-shine garment was seemingly painted onto Megan’s frame, both sleek and sensual, much like lingerie.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026
Such is the case with black faux-leather skirts—the bold and sensual style serves as the perfect anchor for incorporating more colors into your wardrobe.

— Michel Mejía, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of sensual

Adjective

Today, a number of wellness services have tuned into the island's rugged and sybaritic sides.

— Adrienne Matei, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
Marbella is once again attracting a moneyed, glamorous crowd, with sybaritic beach clubs, fashion pop-ups, standout restaurants, and sprawling spas that promise head-to-toe pampering.

— Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026

Definition of sybaritic

Adjective

The difference between one frame rate and another can be the difference between wanting to ogle a voluptuous demon and wanting to squish her like a bug.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2026
Everyone, meanwhile, can enjoy the simple, perfect sight gag of a voluptuous sheep cleaning a blackboard with her ample fleece.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of voluptuous

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