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    Decadencia (en. Decay)

    /dekaˈðensja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Process or period of deterioration or loss of qualities.
    The decline of moral values in society is concerning.
    La decadencia de los valores morales en la sociedad es preocupante.
    Decline in social, cultural, or economic development.
    The city has suffered an economic decline in recent years.
    La ciudad ha sufrido una decadencia económica en los últimos años.
    Decaying or impoverishment of culture.
    Some critics believe that the decline of contemporary art is evident.
    Algunos críticos consideran que la decadencia del arte contemporáneo es evidente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'decadentia', which means 'fall' or 'decline'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cultural decadence
    Deterioration in the standards and cultural values of a society.
    decadencia cultural
    era of decadence
    A period in which a notable decline is experienced.
    época de decadencia
    moral decadence
    Loss of ethical values and principles in a group or society.
    decadencia moral

    Related Words

    decadent
    That is in a state of decay.
    decadente
    decline
    Descent or decrease of something.
    declive
    deterioration
    Action and effect of deteriorating; damage or deterioration.
    deterioro

    Slang Meanings

    To be on one's last legs
    That store is on its last legs, it hardly sells anything.
    Esa tienda está en las últimas, casi no vende nada.
    To be in a hole
    Since he lost his job, he feels like he's in a hole.
    Desde que perdió su trabajo, se siente en un hoyo.