decent
Translation
decent, respectable, adequate, satisfactory
Examples
He is a decent person.
He is a decent person.
She makes a decent living.
She makes a decent living.
That was very decent of you.
That was very decent of you.
Grammar Patterns
((a decent sth.)) a satisfactory thing She makes a decent living.
((a decent sb.)) a respectable person He is a decent person.
((It is decent of sb. to do sth.)) it is kind of someone to do something That was very decent of you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respectable, adequate, kind; Antonyms: indecent
Etymology
From Latin 'decens' meaning 'fitting, proper'. The noun form is 'decency'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'decent' as meeting a good standard, whether in character, quality, or kindness.