decently

• Adverb, das bedeutet, dass etwas auf akzeptable, angemessene oder gute Weise geschieht. Es kann sich auf moralisch korrektes Verhalten, passende Kleidung oder eine zufriedenstellende Leistung beziehen.

An adverb meaning "in a way that is acceptable, proper, or of a good standard." It can refer to behaving with moral propriety, dressing appropriately, or performing a task to a satisfactory degree.

1. In a proper or acceptable mannerB1formal

   In a way that is considered morally correct, appropriate, or socially acceptable.

   Anständig

   • She always dresses decently for formal occasions.
   • He behaved decently during the entire meeting.
   • They treated their guests decently and with respect.

   Synonymeappropriatelybecominglycorrectlyfittinglyhonorablyproperlyrespectablysuitably

   Antonymeimproperlyinappropriatelyindecentlyunacceptablyunseemly

2. In a satisfactory or adequate mannerB1informal

   In a way that meets a reasonable standard; sufficiently well.

   Annehmbar

   • The job pays decently enough to cover the bills.
   • He can speak French decently after a year of study.
   • The car runs decently despite its age.

   Synonymeacceptablyadequatelyfairlymoderatelypassablyreasonablysatisfactorilysufficientlytolerably

   Antonymeinadequatelypoorly