ALL meanings of decency
de·cen·cy
D d - uncountable noun decency Decency is the quality of following accepted moral standards. 3
- noun decency conformity to the prevailing standards of propriety, morality, modesty, etc 3
- noun decency the quality of being decent 3
- noun decency the quality or condition of being decent; propriety of conduct and speech; proper behavior, modesty, courtesy, etc. 3
- noun decency socially proper actions; the proprieties 3
- noun decency things needed for a proper or comfortable standard of living 3
- noun plural decency the state or quality of being decent. 1
- noun plural decency conformity to the recognized standard of propriety, good taste, modesty, etc. 1
- noun plural decency decencies. the recognized standards of decent or proper behavior; proprieties: The least you can expect from them is some respect for the decencies. the requirements or amenities for decent or comfortable living: to be able to afford the decencies. 1
- noun decency Behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability. 1
- noun decency good manners 1
- noun decency being honest or moral 1
- noun decency the quality of being decent; propriety. 0
- noun decency That which is proper or becoming. 0