decency

The word “decency” has 3 syllables: de-ce-ncy

It's pronounced as /ˈdiːsənsi/

What is synonym and antonym for decency?

In the thesaurus, “decency” has 59 synonyms and 44 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for decency along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for decency

appropriateness
attention
attentiveness
care
carefulness
ceremoniousness
character
civility
conventionality
correctitude
correctness
courteousness
courtesy
decorousness
decorum
dignity
discretion
ethics
etiquette
fitness
fittingness
form
formality
gentilesse
gentility
good form
good manners
goodness
grace
graciousness
high-mindedness
honesty
honor
incorruptibility
integrity
irreproachability
irreproachableness
mannerliness
modesty
morality
morals
politeness
politesse
probity
propriety
prudence
rectitude
refinement
respectability
right-mindedness
righteousness
rightness
scrupulosity
scrupulousness
seemliness
straightness
uprightness
virtue
virtuousness

Antonyms for decency

bad manners
badness
coarseness
corruption
crookedness
crudeness
debauchery
degeneracy
degradation
depravity
discourtesy
dishonesty
evil
evildoing
gracelessness
immodesty
immorality
impoliteness
impropriety
imprudence
inappropriateness
incivility
indecency
indecorum
indiscretion
iniquity
lowness
meanness
obsceneness
obscenity
perversion
pervertedness
rudeness
sin
sinfulness
underhandedness
unscrupulousness
unsuitableness
viciousness
vileness
villainy
vulgarity
wickedness
wrong

Meanings of decency

noun
1. The quality of being decent; propriety.
2. That which is proper or becoming.

Example Sentences

He was praised for his unwavering decency in the face of adversity.
It's important to maintain a sense of decency in all personal and professional interactions.
The judge emphasized the need for decency and respect during the trial.
Their actions showed a lack of decency, which led to public outrage.
She was known for her kindness and decency, always helping those in need.

On this page you'll find 103 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decency, such as: appropriateness, attention, attentiveness, bad manners, badness, care, carefulness.

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