decenza
decency
noun deh-CHEN-tsah Rare
Origin: From Latin decentia, from decere (to be fitting).
Also means
propriety
Usage Note
Decenza refers to behaviour that conforms to accepted moral or social standards — un minimo di decenza (a minimum of decency) is a common phrase expressing moral indignation. It can also mean propriety in dress or conduct. The related adjective is decente (decent); the antonym is indecenza (indecency).
Examples
"Almeno abbia la decenza di scusarsi."
Natural Translation
At least have the decency to apologize.
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