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Definition of respectably adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

respectably

adverb
 
/rɪˈspektəbli/
 
/rɪˈspektəbli/
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  1. in a way that is considered by society to be acceptable, good or correct
    • respectably dressed
  2. fairly well; in a way that gives you no reason to be ashamed
    • The party performed respectably in the election, gaining 20% of the vote.
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