as in fine
in a satisfactory way
the stock performed respectably, giving us a decent return on our investment
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Recent Examples of respectably
The Vikings cruised to a quick score to open the game, but the Commanders responded with a drive that started out respectably.
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Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2025
Gonzalez fouled Brunson once but otherwise held up respectably against the Knicks star in his maiden shift.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Oct. 2025
Since both Morisot and Manet families were respectably upper-middle class, there was no problem in her sitting as a model for him.
—Robert Taylor, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
However, until getting shut down by the Pirates, the Rockies had been playing respectably since the All-Star break.
—John Perrotto, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2025
Gonzalez fouled Brunson once but otherwise held up respectably against the Knicks star in his maiden shift.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Oct. 2025
Since both Morisot and Manet families were respectably upper-middle class, there was no problem in her sitting as a model for him.
—Robert Taylor, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
However, until getting shut down by the Pirates, the Rockies had been playing respectably since the All-Star break.
—John Perrotto, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respectably
Adverb
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After all, Tatis did just fine as the Dominican’s leadoff hitter in the World Baseball Classic.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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The announcement comes at a moment when calls for reform at fine-dining institutions and the awards bestowed on them have become a flashpoint.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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This trailer, however, has a homey design with fittings that would work nicely inside a luxury camper van or tiny home.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Mar. 2026
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That outlook also sets them up nicely to potentially move up and down the board with trades.—
Mike Kaye
March 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Forbes, Devin’s face, 29 years old, good-looking.—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
17 Mar. 2026
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The middle class expanded, with people landing good-paying jobs that resulted in higher tax revenue for state coffers.—
George Skelton,
Mercury News,
14 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Austin-Gatson emphasized that Georgia's current system — primaries followed by general elections — allows voters to better evaluate candidates and ensures fairness in the process.—
CBS Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Sacramento got to the line plenty as well before the break, shooting 8 for 11.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Rihanna is reportedly doing alright after a suspect was taken into custody for allegedly firing at her home on Sunday.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Mar. 2026
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But things have gotten a little more uptight than alright with Moy’s family.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Amazing dresses and decently priced.—
Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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His game is decently talented and smart in possession.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Somehow, the shameless concept of tanking has become an acceptably mainstream idea like destination weddings and the Paleo diet.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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One-on-one gatherings are my preference, but no more than a group of maybe four people at a time would be acceptably comfortable for me.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
28 Nov. 2025
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“Respectably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respectably. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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