decent

de-cent · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Conforming to standards of propriety or morality; respectable.

  2. 2.

    Of an acceptable standard; satisfactory or adequate.

  3. 3.

    Appropriately clothed; not naked or indecently dressed.

  4. 4.

    (Informal) Kind, obliging, or generous.

Related words

Antonyms: improper, inadequate, indecent
See also: decency, proper, respectable
Synonyms: adequate, proper, reasonable, respectable

Etymology

From Latin decens, present participle of decere meaning "to be fitting or suitable." Related to decorum and dignity.