noun
a psychological malaise supposedly affecting wealthy young people, symptoms of which include a lack of motivation, feelings of guilt, and a sense of isolation
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The psychologist diagnosed the young man with affluenza, attributing his reckless behavior to his privileged upbringing.
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Some people think affluenza is just an excuse for rich kids to misbehave without consequences.
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I can't believe that guy got off with affluenza as his defense in court.
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The spread of affluenza in society is causing a disconnect between the wealthy and the less fortunate.