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Decency (Noun)

The quality of being polite and respectable.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

She conducted herself with decency during the difficult conversation, never raising her voice.
It was a display of decency when the company continued to pay the salaries of the employees during the renovations.
Everyone admired the athlete's decency in helping his injured opponent off the field.
The small town was known for its decency and strong sense of community.
Despite the disagreement, they managed to part ways with decency, maintaining a level of respect for one another.

The quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

She was well-respected in the community for her decency and kindness towards those in need.
The politician's lack of decency was evident in the leaked scandal involving her mishandling of public funds.
Her decency and empathy towards her colleagues made her a beloved figure in the workplace.
A sense of decency prompted him to return the wallet he had found on the street to its rightful owner.
The company's decency in offering financial assistance to the families affected by the disaster was widely praised.