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
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
berserkan ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
brackishsomewhat salty
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence