decent
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“The economy looks to have grown at a decent clip in the first half of 2026.”
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
There’s also a decent nonpartisan argument that the Ninth Circuit, which covers nine states and about 20% of Americans, is unwieldy and should be split into two.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
“Make a decent living, buy a house, have a great education for your kids, and retire,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Tschosik and Mouls said they see a decent chance that “we are more in a late 1990s internet build-out scenario and that overbuilding feels inevitable.”
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Back in my room, I hunt through my drawers for something decent to wear.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
Vocabulary lists containing decent
"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Nothing But the Truth
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Skin I'm In
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
