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decadence

noun

/ˈdek.ə.dəns/

Meaning

Moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

The novel describes the decadence of the wealthy elite.

age of decadence

corruption, decline, decay, dissipation, excess

morality, virtue, growth

moral decadence, cultural decadence, age of decadence

the elected head of a republican state

something that reduces or lessens the force, effect, or excitement

The act of embezzling or stealing money, especially from public funds.

a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory

A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation

a period of one thousand years; often used to mark an anniversary