noun
- Plural of eudaemonism; philosophical doctrines or systems that define happiness or human flourishing as the highest good and ultimate aim of life.
Usage: philosophy; formal; often capitalized when referring to specific historical schools
Examples
- Ancient Greek eudaemonisms emphasized virtue and the development of human potential.
- Different eudaemonisms propose varying definitions of what constitutes true human flourishing.
- Aristotle's eudaemonism differs from modern eudaemonisms in its emphasis on virtue ethics.
- The philosopher examined several eudaemonisms to understand their approaches to the good life.
- Contemporary eudaemonisms continue to influence positive psychology and well-being research.