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decadence

Translations

decadencenoun
décadenceSens général de déclin moral, culturel ou de détérioration.
The fall of the Roman Empire is often attributed to the decadence of its ruling class.
La chute de l’Empire romain est souvent attribuée à la décadence de sa classe dirigeante.
Additional translations
débaucheSens de luxe excessif et d’abandon aux plaisirs; registre plus marqué que « décadence ».
Synonyms
decline
dissipation
excess
luxury
debauchery
corruption
degeneration
decay
deterioration

Definitions

decadencenoun
Moral or cultural decline as characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.
The fall of the Roman Empire is often attributed to the decadence of its ruling class.
Luxurious self-indulgence.
The chocolate cake was the epitome of decadence, with its rich layers and creamy frosting.
A condition or period of general decline or deterioration.
The company slipped into decadence after its visionary leader retired.
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