decently
Translation
decently, respectably, adequately, properly
Examples
He behaved decently at the party.
He behaved decently at the party.
The team played decently, but lost.
The team played decently, but lost.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) decently Modifies a verb to describe how an action is performed. He behaved decently at the party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: properly, respectably, adequately; Antonyms: indecently, poorly
Etymology
From 'decent' + '-ly'. 'Decent' comes from Latin 'decens' meaning 'fitting, proper'.
Memory Tips
Think of doing something in a 'decent' way. The '-ly' suffix simply turns the adjective into an adverb.