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Decadence

Description:

Decadence refers to a state of moral decay or decline, often characterized by excessive indulgence or self-indulgent behavior. It can also describe a period of artistic, cultural, or intellectual decline.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A state of moral decay or decline.
2. A period of artistic, cultural, or intellectual decline.

Usages:

Examples of usage:

• His lavish lifestyle was a testament to his personal decadence.
• The city experienced a period of decadence following the economic recession.
• During the 19th century, the Romantic movement emerged as a reaction against the perceived decadence of neoclassical art.

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