1. plural of affluenza; a psychological condition characterized by guilt, anxiety, or lack of motivation allegedly caused by excessive wealth or privilege.
Usage: informal; often used humorously or critically; not recognized as a clinical diagnosis by major medical organizations

Examples

• The documentary explored various affluenzas affecting wealthy teenagers who struggled with purpose.
• Critics dismissed the defendant's affluenza claim as an excuse for poor behavior.
• Some psychologists argue that affluenzas are real psychological phenomena in privileged communities.
• The term affluenzas gained attention in popular culture as a commentary on wealth and entitlement.
• Mental health professionals debate whether affluenzas should be considered a legitimate condition.