eudemonist

/juːdɪˈmɒnɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates a philosophy of eudaimonia, or the pursuit of happiness and flourishing, often through the cultivation of virtues.

“The eudemonist philosopher emphasized the importance of living a virtuous life in achieving true happiness.”

Synonyms

  • hedonist
  • optimist
  • pragmatist

Antonyms

  • misanthrope
  • pessimist