pantagruelism
definition
a philosophy celebrating the body and earthly pleasures as opposed to asceticism
example
The philosophical movement embraced pantagruelism, promoting a joyful celebration of physical existence and indulgence in the pleasures of life.
synonyms
hedonismsensualismvoluptuousness
word origin — The term 'pantagruelism' originates from the character Pantagruel in François Rabelais's 16th-century narratives, which celebrate humanism, bodily pleasure, and the enjoyment of life.