1. a psychological condition characterized by stress, guilt, or lack of motivation experienced by wealthy people; the negative emotional effects of having too much money or material wealth.
Usage: informal; often used critically or humorously; not recognized as a clinical diagnosis by major psychiatric organizations

Examples

• The teenager's defense of affluenza in court was widely mocked by the public.
• Some psychologists argue that affluenza is a real condition affecting the children of billionaires.
• Critics dismiss affluenza as an excuse used by the wealthy to avoid responsibility.
• The concept of affluenza gained attention in popular culture during the early 2000s.
• She struggled with what some might call affluenza, feeling disconnected despite her family's wealth.