English Explanatory Dictionary

decency

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The quality of being decent; propriety.
  2. That which is proper or becoming.

Pronunciation

/ˈdiːsənsi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-decency.wav

Word forms

decency decencies

Etymology

From Latin decentia, from decens. Equivalent to decent + -cy. Compare French décence.

Synonyms

integrity probity propriety rectitude uprightness angelicality angelicalness angelicity angelicness decency godliness honesty honor righteousness rightfulness saintlikeness saintliness seemlihood seemliness virtuousness

Derived words

closet of decency common decency indecency undecency
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