GRE Word List

DECADENCE

the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent

The meaning of the word decadence is the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent.

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WordMeaning
consanguinitythe quality or state of being consanguineous
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease