noun as in strong fondness

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hedonism, permissiveness, rebelliousness

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Example:In contrast to her sister’s hedonophobia, her twin subscribed to a philosophy of hedonism, advocating that one should embrace all forms of pleasure.

Definition:A philosophy or attitude that values and seeks pleasure as a primary or exclusive goal of human life.

From hedonism

Example:As a parent, he preferred a more permissive environment for his children, who thrived on a relaxed and generous approach to their social and pleasurable activities.

Definition:An attitude or policy that allows for freedom and leniency in behavior, often resulting in a more relaxed approach to the control of pleasure and indulgence.

From permissiveness

Example:Her rebelliousness was a direct challenge to her family’s hedonophobia, as she chose to abide by more liberal and pleasure-seeking customs.

Definition:A disposition to defy authority or established customs and to assert one's rights and desires, often leading to a rejection of hedonophobia in favor of indulgence.

From rebelliousness