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Decent
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Simple meaning
What does Decent mean?
Decent means good enough or fair.
Dictionary definition
Good enough, acceptable, fair, or kind in behavior.
Example sentences
Decent in a sentence
easy
He gave a decent answer to the question.
medium
A decent teammate listens and tries to help.
hard
The plan was not perfect, but it was a decent solution for the time available.
Synonyms
Words like Decent
acceptableUse for something good enough to use or approve.
fairUse for behavior that is reasonable and kind.
Antonyms
Opposite words
poorUse for something not good enough.
unfairUse for behavior that is not reasonable or just.
Word family
Decent word family
Base word
decent
adjective
decent
Good enough or fair.
adverb
decently
In a fair or acceptable way.
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Practice 1
What does decent mean?
Decent means acceptable, fair, or kind.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses decent correctly?
This sentence uses decent to mean good enough.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of decent?
Poor can mean not good enough, which is the opposite of decent.
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