decadent
16 synonyms for decadent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing moral or cultural decline through excessive indulgence.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Showing moral or cultural decline through excessive indulgence.
“The film depicts the decadent final years of the royal court.”
How to use decadent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
decadent dessert
decadent lifestyle
Etymology
From French décadent, related to décadence — ultimately from Latin dē- ("down") + cadere ("to fall").
Full origin of decadent →Frequently asked questions
What does “decadent” mean?
The word “decadent” means showing moral or cultural decline through excessive indulgence. In plain terms, either "in moral decline through excess" or, more commonly today, "wonderfully indulgent.".
How do you pronounce “decadent”?
“Decadent” is pronounced DEH-kuh-duhnt (/ˈdɛkədənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “decadent” in a sentence?
Here is “decadent” used in a sentence: “The film depicts the decadent final years of the royal court.”
What part of speech is “decadent”?
“Decadent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “decadent” come from?
The word “decadent” comes from Latin. From French décadent, related to décadence — ultimately from Latin dē- ("down") + cadere ("to fall").
How many meanings does “decadent” have?
“Decadent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: showing moral or cultural decline through excessive indulgence.
