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decent

The word carries a strong sense of "adequacy" and "social propriety." It describes a baseline level of quality or behavior that is acceptable, though rarely exceptional. In terms of morality and kindness, it suggests a reliable, honest, and considerate nature. A "decent person" isn't necessarily a saint, but they are someone who follows the unwritten rules of human decency. When referring to quality, it is often used as a modest compliment. Calling something "decent" means it meets expectations or is "good enough," often implying that while it isn't luxury or top-tier, it is perfectly satisfactory for the purpose. In the context of clothing, it refers specifically to modesty and social norms regarding nudity. It focuses on the boundary between being private/exposed and being ready for public view.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Karen is frantically organizing a school fundraiser while Eleanor is browsing Facebook.
Eleanor Smith

KAREN THE HOTEL FOR THE RETREAT IS NOT DECENT. I SAW A COCKROACH.

Eleanor Smith
Karen Smith
Karen Smith

Please stop posting that on the group wall, you're totally killing the vibe.

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Eleanor uses 'decent' to mean 'of an acceptable standard', while Karen uses the slang 'killing the vibe' to express that Eleanor is ruining the positive atmosphere of her carefully curated Facebook community.

Meanings

adjective

Conforming with generally accepted standards of respectable or moral behavior.

"It was very decent of you to help the elderly woman with her groceries."

adjective

Of an acceptable standard; satisfactory.

"The hotel provided a decent room for a reasonable price."

adjective

Wearing enough clothes to be seen in public without causing embarrassment.

"Don't come into my bedroom yet; I'm not decent!"

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