decent
Translation
respectable, satisfactory, proper, kind
Examples
He's a decent person.
He's a decent person.
I earn a decent salary.
I earn a decent salary.
That's very decent of you.
That's very decent of you.
Grammar Patterns
((a decent)) ((noun)) a respectable or satisfactory thing/person He's a decent person.
((be)) decent of ((sb.)) to do sth. to be kind or generous of someone to do something That's very decent of you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respectable, satisfactory, adequate; Antonyms: indecent, poor, inadequate
Etymology
From Latin 'decens' (fitting, proper), present participle of 'decere' (to be fitting).
Memory Tips
Often used to mean 'good enough' or 'acceptable', not necessarily 'excellent'. A 'decent meal' is a solid, satisfying one.