English Explanatory Dictionary

lifestyle

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A style of living that reflects the attitudes and values of a person or group.
  2. The totality of the likes and dislikes of a particular section of the market, especially when expressed in terms of the products and services that they would buy; a marketing strategy based on the self-image of such a group.

Pronunciation

/ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lifestyle.wav līfʹstīl'

Word forms

lifestyle lifestyles life style life-style

Etymology

From life + style.

Synonyms

lifeway way of life

Derived words

alternative lifestyle lifestyle block lifestyle creep lifestyle disease lifestyle drug lifestyle inflation lifestyler lifestylism lifestylist wifestyle
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