The meaning of DECENT is marked by moral integrity, kindness, and goodwill. How to use decent in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Decent.

DECENT definition: conforming to the recognized standard of propriety, good taste, modesty, etc., as in behavior or speech. See examples of decent used in a sentence.

Morally upright; moral or respectable: "the corruption that allows the unscrupulous to grow rich while decent people labor to earn an honest wage" (Amitav Ghosh).

(Definition of decent from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

Definition of decent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Jan 3, 2026 · Meaning ‘kind, pleasant’ is from 1902. decent (comparative more decent, superlative most decent) Appropriate; suitable for the circumstances. (of a person) Having a suitable conformity to …

[ be + ~] properly dressed: I'm not decent yet; I'll be right down when I am. adequate; passable; acceptable: a decent room and dinner for a low price. kind; courteous:[be + ~ + of] was very decent …

decent meaning, definition, what is decent: of a good enough standard or quality: Learn more.

He earns a decent salary. I haven't had a decent cup of coffee since I've been here.

DECENT definition: 1. of a quality or level that is good enough: 2. honest and good: . Learn more.