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decadence
This term carries a dual nature, shifting between a harsh moral judgment and a celebratory sense of luxury. When applied to societies or historical eras, it suggests a rotting from within, where a lack of discipline and an obsession with pleasure lead to inevitable collapse. It evokes an image of gilded ruins and the loss of traditional virtues.
In modern, casual contexts, the word is often stripped of its negative ethical weight to describe sensory indulgence, particularly regarding rich foods like desserts. In these instances, the word functions as a compliment to the richness or extravagance of an experience rather than a critique of one's character.
Meanings
Examples
The city was a playground of decadence where no one cared about the law.
This triple cream brie is absolute decadence on a cracker.
The late stages of the dynasty were marked by an era of decadence.
I can barely believe the sheer decadence of this hotel suite.
He viewed the modern world as a spiral of moral decadence.
Let us indulge in a bit of decadence tonight with some champagne and caviar.
The fallen kingdom had succumbed to the decadence of its own nobility.
Is this level of decadence really necessary for a simple dinner party?