Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
public-decency
Noun
/ˈpʌblɪk dɪˈsiːnsi/
Definition
The state or quality of being proper and acceptable in the behavior and conduct displayed in public settings.
Examples
- The dress code at the event ensured public decency was maintained.
- Public decency laws aim to prevent offensive behavior in communal areas.
Meaning
Public decency refers to the standards of behavior that society expects from individuals in public spaces and interactions, which uphold moral values and respect for others.
Synonyms
- public morality
- social decorum
- civility
- propriety
