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
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
irreverencelack of reverence
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
facetiousjoking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish
drudgeto do hard, menial, or monotonous work
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
satirea literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
decrepitudethe quality or state of being decrepit
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities