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decent vs nice

nice vs decent

decent and nice both are adjectives.

decent is an adverb but nice is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
decent No Yes No Yes
nice No Yes No No
As adjectives, decent and nice are synonyms defined as:
  • decent and nice: socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous
decent (adjective) nice (adjective)
conforming to conventions of sexual behavior pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance
meeting requirements excessively fastidious and easily disgusted
observing conventional sexual mores in speech or behavior or dress exhibiting courtesy and politeness
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous
socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous done with delicacy and skill
sufficiently clothed to see visitors or appear in public
decent (adverb) nice (adverb)
in the right manner; correctly; suitably
Difference between decent and nice

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