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::: decadence - decay; fall to a lower level (of morality, civilization, or art); ADJ. decadent
::: criteria - standards used in judging; CF. criterion
::: exegesis - explanation, especially of biblical(of the bible) passages
::: prelate - church dignitary; priest of high position in the church (esp. bishop)
::: eminent - rising above others; high; lofty; distinguished; Ex. eminent position
::: arboreal - of or living in trees
::: vicar - parish priest; representative
::: portly - stout; corpulent
::: infidel - unbeliever (with respect to a particular religion)
::: orator - public speaker