decency
word
/ˈdisənsi/
DEE-suhn-see
/dˈiːsənsi/
DEE-suhn-see
Definition
Decency means behaving in a morally proper or polite way, showing respect for others. It can also refer to standards of good behavior or modesty.
Usage & Nuances
"Decency" is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts about social norms, manners, or morality. Common phrases: "common decency," "have the decency to," "basic decency." It can refer to polite behavior or moral integrity, and is sometimes contrasted with rudeness or immoral acts.
Spanish: decenciaPortuguese (BR): decênciaPortuguese (PT): decênciaChinese (Simplified): 体面 - 正派Chinese (Traditional): 體面 - 正派Hindi: शिष्टता - सभ्यताArabic: اللياقة - الاستقامةBengali: শালীনতা - ভদ্রতাRussian: приличие - порядочностьJapanese: 礼儀 - 節度Vietnamese: sự đứng đắn - sự lịch sựKorean: 품위 - 예의Turkish: nezaket - ahlakUrdu: شرافت - شائستگیIndonesian: kesopanan - kepatutan
Example Sentences
He showed great decency by helping the stranger.
basic
Everyone should treat others with decency.
basic
He had the decency to apologize for his mistake.
basic
At least have the decency to tell me the truth.
natural
People here value decency over wealth.
natural
It’s just common decency to clean up after yourself.
natural