affluenza

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Definitions of affluenza word

noun affluenza the guilt or lack of motivation experienced by people who have made or inherited large amounts of money 3
noun affluenza the negative psychological or behavioral effects of having or pursuing wealth, as irresponsible acts and feelings of self-doubt or guilt. 1
noun affluenza excessive materialism or desire for wealth, associated with negative effects: workaholics afflicted with affluenza. 1
noun affluenza A psychological malaise supposedly affecting wealthy young people, symptoms of which include a lack of motivation, feelings of guilt, and a sense of isolation. 1
noun affluenza A feeling of dissatisfaction, anxiety, etc., caused by the dogged and ongoing pursuit of more goods and possessions. 0

before 1970

One of the 2% newest English words

1970-75; blend of affluence and influenza

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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