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decadent

adjectivemasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/dɨkɐˈdẽtɨ/de·ca·den·te

Definition

1

In a state of decline, deterioration, or loss of vigor, quality, power, or morality.

Usage examples

“The once luxurious neighborhood became decadent and abandoned.”
“Critics considered the film a work of decadent aesthetics.”

Common combinations

decadent societydecadent styledecadent empire