Meaning and Usage
The adjective 颓废 (tuífèi) describes a state of decline, decay, or decadence, often referring to a person's spirit or lifestyle. It implies a loss of energy, motivation, or moral standards.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used to describe someone who has become dispirited or demoralized, often after setbacks or failures. It can also describe a lifestyle characterized by laziness, indulgence, or moral decline.
Collocations and Patterns
- 颓废的生活 (tuífèi de shēnghuó): decadent or degenerate lifestyle
- 变得颓废 (biàn dé tuífèi): to become dispirited or decadent
- 颓废情绪 (tuífèi qíngxù): feelings of depression or decline
Usage Notes
When using 颓废, speakers often imply a negative judgment about the lack of willpower or moral decay. It is more formal and literary than casual words like 没精神. Avoid confusing it with similar words like 消沉, which focuses more on sadness rather than moral or physical decline.