Multiple choice general knowledge

“Hedonophobia,” “hedonism,” and “hedonist” are terms rooted in the Greek word for:

  1. Pleasure

  2. Pain

  3. companionship

  4. Hardship
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Explanation

All three terms derive from the Greek word 'hedone,' meaning pleasure. Hedonism is the philosophy that pleasure is the highest good. A hedonist is someone who pursues pleasure. Hedonophobia is the fear of pleasure. None of these terms relate to pain, companionship, or hardship as their etymological root.

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