at and t cellular: Word of the Day: Bon vivant

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Sunday, December 31, 2023

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Bon vivant

noun

1. A person who enjoys a sociable and luxurious lifestyle.

"Make sure to include Sally and Trina on the guest list — they're such bon vivants."

"My goal is to always live like a bon vivant and embrace the pleasures of the world."

"A bon vivant will always appreciate a decadent meal and night out with friends."

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French, late 17th century

In French, "bon" means "good" and "vivre" means "to live," so we've adopted the phrase "bon vivant" in English to describe someone living "the good life." A bon vivant is traditionally someone living in the lap of luxury — such as a socialite flitting from party to party — but "the good life" can mean something quite different for everyone. ...