decadence

Meanings

• noun

  A state of moral and cultural decay or corruption.

  - "The fall of the Roman Empire marked the beginning of decadence in Europe."
  - "The city was once a hub of culture, but now it has succumbed to decadence."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with decadence
encadence , sedance , decrescence

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Variants

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decadence , decadences

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'decadere,' meaning 'to fall,' 'to decrease,' or 'to decline'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'decadence' was popularized in the late 19th century as a way to describe the perceived moral and cultural decline of European society.

2. Decadence is often associated with the art and literature of the late Roman Empire and the European Renaissance.

3. The word 'decadence' can also be used to describe a decline in physical health or vitality.

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Related Concepts

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1. Moral decay: The process of moral decline and corruption in a society or individual.

2. Cultural decay: The decline and eventual disappearance of a civilization's cultural achievements.

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Culture

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Decadence is a concept that has been explored in various forms of art and literature, particularly in the context of the decline of empires and civilizations. It is often associated with excessive indulgence in luxury and pleasure, and can be seen as a critique of societal norms and values.

How to Memorize "decadence"

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   - Visualize a once-great civilization that has fallen into ruin and decay, with crumbling buildings and people living in poverty and squalor.

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   - Associate the word 'decadence' with images of excess and indulgence, such as rich feasts, opulent palaces, and lavish parties.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Decadence is the decline of decency' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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