decency (Meaning)
decency (n)
the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality
the quality of being polite and respectable
decency (n.)
The quality or state of being decent, suitable, or becoming, in words or behavior; propriety of form in social intercourse, in actions, or in discourse; proper formality; becoming ceremony; seemliness; hence, freedom from obscenity or indecorum; modesty.
That which is proper or becoming.
Synonyms & Antonyms of decency
Synonyms:
- honesty
- integrity
- courtesy
- politeness
- fitness
- virtue
- appropriateness
- gentility
- grace
- refinement
- graciousness
Antonyms:
- indiscretion
- immorality
- imprudence
- badness
- gracelessness
- incivility
- immorality
- dishonesty
- incivility
- perversion
- degradation
- wickedness
- impoliteness
- impoliteness
- degeneracy
- indiscretion
- depravity
- degeneracy
- perversion
- gracelessness
- imprudence
- badness
- wickedness
- indecorum
- depravity
- dishonesty
- degradation
- indecorum
FAQs About the word decency
the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality, the quality of being polite and respectableThe quality or state of being decent, suitable, or
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coarseness, vulgarity, impropriety, coarseness, impropriety, evil, indecency, discourtesy, discourtesy, crudeness
Showing decency towards others is a fundamental aspect of being a good person.
His actions were a reflection of his inherent decency and integrity.
It's disheartening to see a lack of decency in today's society.
She approached every situation with kindness and decency, earning admiration from her peers.
