decent

/ˈdiːs(ə)nt/adj
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Appropriate; suitable for the circumstances.

2

Having a suitable conformity to basic moral standards; showing integrity, fairness, or other characteristics associated with moral uprightness.

3

Sufficiently clothed or dressed to be seen.

4

Fair; acceptable; okay.

5

Significant; substantial.

6

Conforming to perceived standards of good taste.

7

Comely; shapely; well-formed.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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