Meaning of the word decadent in English

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decadent

US /ˈdek.ə.dənt/
UK /ˈdek.ə.dənt/

Adjective

characterized by moral or cultural decline; luxurious and self-indulgent

Example:
The party was a truly decadent affair, with champagne and caviar flowing freely.
He indulged in a decadent chocolate cake after a long week.