Definitions for DECENCY
ˈdi sən side·cen·cy

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. decencynoun

   the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality

2. decencynoun

   the quality of being polite and respectable

WiktionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. decencynoun

   the quality of being decent; propriety

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. DECENCE, DECENCYnoun

   Etymology: decence, French; decet, Latin.

   1. Propriety of form; proper formality; becoming ceremony.

   Those thousand decencies, that daily flow
   From all her words and actions. John Milton, Paradise Lost.

   In good works there may be goodness in the general; but decence and gracefulness can be only in the particulars in doing the good. Thomas Sprat, Sermons.

   Were the offices of religion stript of all the external decencies of worship, they would not make a due impression on the minds of those who assist at them. Francis Atterbury, Sermons.

   She speaks, behaves, and acts just as she ought;
   But never, never reached gen’rous thought:
   Virtue she finds too painful an endeavour,
   Content to dwell in decencies for ever. Alexander Pope.

   2. Suitableness to character; propriety.

   And must I own, she said, my secret smart?
   What with more decence were in silence kept. John Dryden, Æn.

   The next consideration, immediately subsequent to the being of a thing, is what agrees or disagrees with that thing; what is suitable or unsuitable to it; and from this springs the notion of decency or indecency, that which becomes or mis-becomes. Robert South, Sermons.

   Sentiments which raise laughter, can very seldom be admitted with any decency into an heroick poem. Joseph Addison, Spectat.

   3. Modesty; not ribaldry; not obscenity.

   Immodest words admit of no defence;
   For want of decency is want of sense. Wentworth Dillon.

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1. Decency

   Respect, also called esteem, is a positive feeling or action shown towards someone or something considered important or held in high esteem or regard. It conveys a sense of admiration for good or valuable qualities. It is also the process of honoring someone by exhibiting care, concern, or consideration for their needs or feelings.Some people may earn the respect of individuals by assisting others or by playing important social roles. In many cultures, individuals are considered to be worthy of respect until they prove otherwise. Courtesies that show respect may include simple words and phrases like "Thank you" in the West or "Namaste" in the Indian subcontinent, or simple physical signs like a slight bow, a smile, direct eye contact, or a simple handshake; however, those acts may have very different interpretations, depending on the cultural context.

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1. decency

   Decency is behavior or attitudes that reflect high standards of proper, moral, ethical, and socially acceptable conduct. It can also refer to modesty or propriety, particularly in the way one dresses or interacts with others.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Decencynoun

   the quality or state of being decent, suitable, or becoming, in words or behavior; propriety of form in social intercourse, in actions, or in discourse; proper formality; becoming ceremony; seemliness; hence, freedom from obscenity or indecorum; modesty

2. Decencynoun

   that which is proper or becoming

3. Etymology: [L. decentia, fr. decens: cf. F. dcence. See Decent.]

Matched Categories

1. • Propriety
   • Respectability

How to pronounce DECENCY?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

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   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of DECENCY in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of DECENCY in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of DECENCY in a Sentence

1. Ilhan Omar:

   The truth of the matter is that what these politicians are doing, they're exploiting really the decency, the decency of the American people, which responded to the situation in this country where racism was much too prevalent and persisted long after the slavery slaves were freed. And America, as a nation stood up, took notice of that and made major major changes, which have opened doors of opportunity throughout the land throughout society.

2. Cathy Osten:

   Some towns have taken the proper steps to change, while others continue to ignore common decency and continue to disrespect Native American tribes tribal partners who were here long, long before any city or town was ever incorporated.

3. Kamala Harris:

   If I have the honor of being your president, I will tell you this : I am not perfect. Lord knows, I am not perfect, but I will always speak with decency and moral clarity and treat all people with dignity and respect. I will lead with integrity. And I will speak the truth.

4. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott:

   People have gone about their business and in the aftermath of the end of the siege last night, people have responded with typical Australian decency and generosity.

5. Paul Newman:

   I'd like to be remembered as a guy who tried - who tried to be part of his times, tried to help people communicate with one another, tried to find some decency in his own life, tried to extend himself as a human being. Someone who isn't complacent, who doesn't cop out.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=DECENCY
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Decency
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=DECENCY
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decency
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/DECENCY