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decent

The correct spelling is decent.

How to pronounce decent

/ˈdiːsənt/
adjective

IPA: /ˈdiːsənt/

Say it like: Des-ent

The correct spelling is decent. Appropriate; suitable for the circumstances. For example: "Are you decent? May I come in?"

Usage Examples

Are you decent? May I come in?

He's a decent saxophonist, but probably not good enough to make a career of it.

There are a decent number of references out there, if you can find them.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Appropriate; suitable for the circumstances.
  2. 2.(of a person) Having a suitable conformity to basic moral standards; showing integrity, fairness, or other characteristics associated with moral uprightness.
  3. 3.Sufficiently clothed or dressed to be seen.
  4. 4.Fair; good enough; okay.
  5. 5.Significant; substantial.

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