Synonyms & related words for decently

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of decently — including properly, respectably, adequately, appropriately, passably, nicely. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to decently

Explore words related to decently — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include decent, reasonably, gradely, competently, meetly, trimly, creditably, befittingly. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for decently

Common synonyms for decently include properly, respectably, adequately, appropriately, passably, nicely, decorously, fairly — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does decently come from?

The word decently breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root dec-, from Latin decet (“be fitting”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.