Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decency
noun
/ˈdiː.sən.si/
Definition
Behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability.
Examples
- Her sense of decency prevented her from cheating on the exam.
- The community showed great decency by helping those in need during the crisis.
- He has always believed in the decency of his fellow citizens.
Meaning
Decency refers to the quality of being decent, which includes acting in a way that aligns with societal norms and values, especially regarding morality and ethics.
Synonyms
- respectability
- morality
- propriety
- courtesy
- decency