adverb
- in a manner relating to or based on the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain
Usage: formal; often used in philosophical, psychological, or economic contexts
Examples
- The consumer behaves hedonically, prioritizing immediate gratification over long-term savings.
- She approached her vacation hedonically, indulging in every luxury available.
- Hedonically motivated choices often conflict with practical financial planning.
- The study examined how people make decisions hedonically versus rationally.
- He lived hedonically during his youth, seeking pleasure in every experience.