Sybarite

usgb/ˈsɪbəraɪt/
noun

A person who is devoted to a life of pleasure and luxury.

He lived like a sybarite, enjoying the finest wines and gourmet meals.
Visual representation of "sybarite" - A person who is devoted to a life of pleasure and luxury.

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lifestyle of a sybarite,sybarite pleasures,sybarite tendencies

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Metaphoric Usage

While 'sybarite' literally refers to pleasure, it can be used metaphorically to describe someone consumed by their desires.

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He was a sybarite in business, always seeking the best deal without considering ethics.
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Literary Context

Understanding its literary origins can enhance appreciation for character analysis in literature.

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Many classical stories feature sybarites who often meet downfall due to their excess.
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Casual Tone

In informal speech, it can be used humorously.

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Don't be such a sybarite when we have to save money for the trip.
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