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decent
01
treating others with respect and honesty
Examples
The decent neighbor offers a helping hand to those in need and maintains a friendly and respectful demeanor.
02
good enough for a particular purpose or situation
Examples
He gave a decent performance in the play.
03
conforming to accepted norms of sexual conduct
Examples
The couple engaged in decent behavior in public.
04
conforming to accepted standards of sexual propriety in speech, behavior, or dress
Examples
She wore a decent dress to the formal event.
05
sufficiently clothed to receive or be seen by visitors
Examples
She quickly wrapped a robe around herself to be decent.
decent
01
in a proper, correct, or acceptable way
Examples
She performed the task decent despite the difficulties.
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