decency
Translation
decency, propriety, respectability
Examples
He had the decency to apologize.
He had the decency to apologise.
She believes in common decency.
She believes in common decency.
Grammar Patterns
((the decency to do sth.)) to be polite or moral enough to do something He had the decency to apologize.
((common decency)) basic, normal moral standards She believes in common decency.
Similar Words
Synonyms: propriety, respectability; Antonyms: indecency
Etymology
From Latin 'decens' meaning 'fitting, proper'. It's the noun form of the adjective 'decent'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'decency' is the quality that a 'decent' person has.