ep·i·cu·re·an
ˌe-pi-kyu̇-ˈrē-ən 
-ˈkyu̇r-ē-
-ˈkyu̇r-ē-
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Epicurean
: of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism
2
: of, relating to, or suited to an epicure
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: a follower of Epicurus
2
often epicurean
: epicure sense 1
Examples of epicurean in a Sentence
Adjective
a person of epicurean tastes
Noun
an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
This summer, a series of events, exhibitions, and festivities will celebrate the return of the World Cup to Dallas, adding extra appeal to a city that’s been enjoying a major epicurean renaissance of late.
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 7 May 2026
History buffs will revel in the dozens UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited, while foodies can check out the new onboard Epicurean Enrichment Studio, created by executive chef Kathryn Kelly as a chance to connect to the local cultures through cuisine.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
This summer, a series of events, exhibitions, and festivities will celebrate the return of the World Cup to Dallas, adding extra appeal to a city that’s been enjoying a major epicurean renaissance of late.
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
Noun
The Lavender Lady at Reverence at Epicurean Atlanta.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 7 May 2026
History buffs will revel in the dozens UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited, while foodies can check out the new onboard Epicurean Enrichment Studio, created by executive chef Kathryn Kelly as a chance to connect to the local cultures through cuisine.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epicurean. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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