saɪˌrɛnɪˈɪzəm

Definitions

1. noun

A philosophical theory that argues that the goal of human life is to attain happiness and that one should not delay gratification in pursuit of long-term goals.

“The ancient Greek philosopher Aristippus is often credited with founding the school of Cyrenaicism, which emphasized the pursuit of immediate pleasure.”

2. noun

A philosophical school that originated in ancient Greece, characterized by the pursuit of personal pleasure and the rejection of traditional values.

“The Cyrenaics were known for their hedonistic views and their rejection of traditional social norms.”