affluenza

[af-loo-en-zuh]

noun

the negative psychological or behavioral effects of having or pursuing wealth, as irresponsible acts and feelings of self-doubt or guilt.

excessive materialism or desire for wealth, associated with negative effects: workaholics afflicted with affluenza.

Origin of affluenza

1970–75; blend of affluence and influenza

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Examples from the Web for affluenza

The term Affluenza caused a national gag reflex—and as a doctor I can assure you that, no, Affluenza is not a real affliction.
No, Affluenza Is Not a Real Thing|Dr. Michelle K. London|December 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Affluenza is not found in our diagnostic categories of mental illness and it is not even a construct that makes sense.
No, Affluenza Is Not a Real Thing|Dr. Michelle K. London|December 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Affluenza is touted as a disease that seems able to remove all accountability.
No, Affluenza Is Not a Real Thing|Dr. Michelle K. London|December 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for affluenza

affluenza

noun

the guilt or lack of motivation experienced by people who have made or inherited large amounts of moneyAlso called: sudden-wealth syndrome

Word Origin for affluenza

C20: from aff (luent) + (in) fluenza

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