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decently
01
in a manner that acts according to moral or respectable standards
Grammatical Information
Examples
He behaved decently, showing kindness to everyone he met.
1.1
in a way that compensates or rewards fairly and adequately
Examples
The workers demanded to be decently compensated for their overtime hours.
1.2
in a way that avoids causing shock, offense, or embarrassment
Examples
The speaker dressed decently for the formal event.
02
in a manner that meets an acceptable or comfortable standard
Examples
They earn just enough to live decently in the city.
2.1
in a way that performs fairly well but not exceptionally
Examples
She performed decently on the exam, scoring above average.
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