decently

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière acceptable, appropriée ou à un bon niveau ». Peut se rapporter à un comportement moralement correct, à une tenue vestimentaire convenable ou à l'exécution satisfaisante d'une tâche.

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.

   de façon convenable

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

   Synonymesappropriatelybecominglycorrectlyfittinglyhonorablyproperlyrespectablysuitably

   Antonymesimproperlyinappropriatelyindecentlyunacceptablyunseemly

2. In a satisfactory or adequate mannerB1informal

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

   de manière satisfaisante

   • 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.

   Synonymesacceptablyadequatelyfairlymoderatelypassablyreasonablysatisfactorilysufficientlytolerably

   Antonymesinadequatelypoorly