GRE Word List

HEDONIST

a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism

The meaning of the word hedonist is a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism.

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WordMeaning
baubletrinket
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
pseudonyma fictitious name
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
irretrievablenot retrievable : impossible to regain or recover
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
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slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
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proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate