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Decently Definition & Meaning

decently
adverb
  1. in a decent manner; "they don't know how to dress decently"
  2. in the right manner; "please do your job properly!"; "can't you carry me decent?"

"Decently" in song lyrics

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  • "She's off the hook, I would dress her decently"
    Pharoahe Monch — The Light

Usage tips for "decently"

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Frequently asked questions

What does decently mean?
in a decent manner; "they don't know how to dress decently" in the right manner; "please do your job properly!"; "can't you carry me decent?"
What part of speech is decently?
Decently is an adverb.
How many definitions does decently have?
Decently has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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