decadent

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decadent

(adjective)

Meaning

characterized by excessive indulgence

Example

"The decadent feast was a display of rich and indulgent dishes."

Synonyms

luxuriousdecaydissipated

Antonyms

moderatedisciplined

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'decadere', meaning to fall or decline.
Related word forms
  • noun: decadence
  • adverb: decadently

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