How to Pronounce Hedonism

To pronounce "hedonism", say HED-on-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhiːdənɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈhiːdənɪzəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hedonism”

"hedonism" has 3 syllables: hed-on-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does hedonism mean?

noun

  1. The belief that pleasure or happiness is the highest good in life. Some hedonists, such as the Epicureans, have insisted that pleasure of the entire mind, not just pleasure of the senses, is the highest good.
  2. A general devotion to the pursuit of pleasure.

Antonyms

asceticism

Words that rhyme with hedonism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismegotismmysticismpessimismauthoritarianism

Related words

hedoniumhedonimeterhathoshylisthumianismhylicisthumanitarianhoism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hedonism"?▾

"Hedonism" has 3 syllables: hed · on · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "hedonism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hedonism" is /ˈhiːdənɪzəm/.

What does "hedonism" mean?▾

Hedonism: The belief that pleasure or happiness is the highest good in life. Some hedonists, such as the Epicureans, have insisted that pleasure of the entire mind, not just pleasure of the senses, is the highest good.

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