decent
/ˈdiː.sənt/US /ˈdi.sənt/decent
ADJECTIVEDefinition of decent
If something is decent, it is good enough.
Example: He urged all workers to demand a living wage and decent working conditions.
If someone is decent, they are usually honest, kind, and fair.
Example: A decent society does not ignore poor people.
If someone is decent, they are wearing enough clothes to be seen by other people.
Example: Excuse me, may I come in? Are you decent?
decent
EXAMPLESExamples of decent
He urged all workers to demand a living wage and decent working conditions.
Example sentenceThese British guys are pretty decent actors.
Example sentenceA decent society does not ignore poor people.
Example sentenceI know the man very well. He is a totally decent, honorable guy.
Example sentenceExcuse me, may I come in? Are you decent?
Example sentencedecent
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