adj. Function: adjective
1 worthy of esteem or deference FF1C; a respectable scientist FF1E;
Synonyms: creditable, estimable, reputable, reputed, well-thought-of
Related Words: honorable, worthy
Antonyms: disreputable, unrespectable
2
Synonyms: DECOROUS 1, becoming, befitting, comely, conforming, correct, decent, done, nice, proper
3
Synonyms: DECENT 4, acceptable, adequate, all right, good, right, satisfactory, sufficient, tolerable, unexceptionable
4
Synonyms: CONSIDERABLE 2, good, ||right smart, sensible, sizable, ||smart
5 acceptable in appearance or standing FF1C; wore old but respectable clothes FF1E;
Synonyms: decent, presentable, tolerable; compare DECENT 4
Related Words: adequate, satisfactory; acceptable, appropriate, proper, suitable
Antonyms: disreputable