decadence
nounHow many syllables in decadence?
There are 3 syllables in the word decadence.How to pronounce decadence:
Definition of decadence:
- decadence (noun):
- a decline in morality or culture
- the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities.
- the process of becoming decadent the quality or state of being decadent
Synonyms for decadence:
abasement
abjection
corruption
debasement
decadency
decay
declension
declination
decline
decrease
degeneracy
degeneration
degradation
descent
destruction
deterioration
devolution
dissipation
dissolution
downfall
downgrade
ebb
eclipse
fall
perversion
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Antonyms for decadence:
behavior
behaviour
benefit
blessing
chastity
cleanness
decency
delight
development
glorification
good
good point
goodness
growth
happiness
honesty
honor
honour
humility
improvement
joy
kindness
lawfulness
modesty
morality
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