Decadent

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛkədənt/

Decadent (adjective)

  1. extremely rich or luxurious, often in a way that seems wasteful or excessive.
  2. showing a decline in morals or culture, often linked to luxury and self-indulgence.

Examples

  • The hotel offered a decadent breakfast with gourmet dishes.
  • She enjoyed a decadent dessert after dinner.

Common collocations: decadent lifestyle, decadent meal, decadent luxury, decadent behavior, decadent society

Synonyms of Decadent

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Decadent

  • Describing a lifestyle of self-denial and simplicity.