1. Propriety and respectability in behavior, speech, or dress; adherence to standards of what is considered proper or appropriate
She conducted herself with decency and grace throughout the ordeal.
Ela se comportou com decência e graça durante toda a provação.
2. Dignity and respect, especially in how one treats others or oneself
He deserves to be treated with decency despite his past mistakes.
Ele merece ser tratado com decência apesar de seus erros passados.
3. Moral correctness; honesty and fairness in dealings
The company showed a lack of decency in its treatment of employees.
A empresa mostrou uma falta de decência no trato com seus funcionários.