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decenza

decency

noun deh-CHEN-tsah Rare

Origin: From Latin decentia, from decere (to be fitting).

Also means

propriety

Usage Note

Decenza refers to behaviour that conforms to accepted moral or social standards — un minimo di decenza (a minimum of decency) is a common phrase expressing moral indignation. It can also mean propriety in dress or conduct. The related adjective is decente (decent); the antonym is indecenza (indecency).

Examples

"Almeno abbia la decenza di scusarsi."

Natural Translation

At least have the decency to apologize.

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