decently

English

Etymology

From decent +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈdiːsəntli/
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)

Adverb

decently (comparative more decently, superlative most decently)

  1. In a decent manner.
    You need to be decently attired to enter the restaurant.
  2. To a reasonable or acceptable degree.
    a decently high salary

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