Vocabulary Flashcard 1

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Decadence

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A state of moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

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Aberration

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A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically an unwelcome one.

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Placate

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To make someone less angry or hostile; to calm or soothe.

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Aesthetic

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Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; having a pleasing appearance.

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Indolent

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Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.

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Luxury

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A state of great comfort or elegance, often involving great expense.

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Indulgence

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The action or fact of allowing oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something.

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Cultural Decline

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A reduction in the quality or value of a culture, often associated with moral decay.

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Soothe

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To gently calm or relieve someone’s feelings or emotions.

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Hostility

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Unfriendliness or opposition towards someone or something.