Definitions for eudemonismyuˈdi məˌnɪz əm
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
eu•de•mon•ismyuˈdi məˌnɪz əm(n.)
or eu•dae•mon•ism
the doctrine in ethics that the basis of moral obligations is found in the tendency of right actions to produce happiness.
Category: Philosphy
Origin of eudemonism:
1820–30
eu•de`mon•is′ti•cal•ly(adv.)
Princeton's WordNet
eudemonism, endaemonism(noun)
an ethical system that evaluates actions by reference to personal well-being through a life based on reason
Webster Dictionary
Eudemonism(noun)
alt. of Eudaemonism
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