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degeneracy

noun

/dɪˈdʒɛnərəsi/

Meaning

The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.

The novel portrays the moral degeneracy of a corrupt society.

decay, corruption, decline, deterioration, depravity

virtue, integrity, improvement

moral degeneracy, cultural degeneracy, political degeneracy

an impression or hollow made by a blow; force or power

the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research

The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level.

An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality or impact.

The process of making plans for something.

a sentimental longing for the past, often for a period or place with happy memories