epikouros

/ɛpikouros/

Definitions

1. noun

a companion or follower, especially of a philosopher, especially in ancient Greece

“The philosopher was accompanied by a group of epikouroi as he walked through the agora.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an epikouros

“The epikouros lifestyle emphasizes simplicity and self-sufficiency.”

Synonyms

  • companion
  • disciple
  • follower

Antonyms

  • adversary
  • opponent