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- Dictionaryhedonism/ˈhiːdənɪz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. the pursuit of pleasure; sensual self-indulgence.
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Hedonism is a family of philosophical views that prioritize pleasure. Psychological hedonism is the theory that the underlying motivation of all human behavior is to maximize pleasure and avoid pain. As a form of egoism, it suggests that people only help others if they expect a personal benefit. Axiological hedonism is the view that pleasure is the sole source of intrinsic value. It asserts that o... Wikipedia