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
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
marginalwritten or printed in the margin of a page or sheet
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
respitea period of temporary delay