Respectable
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Deserving respect
Example sentence: It is to the last degree distressing to contemplate the state and establishment of our navy... unless the private emolument of individuals in our navy is made superior to that in privateers, it never can become respectable; it never will become formidable. And without a respectable navy - alas, America!
Decent
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Appropriate; suitable for the circumstances.Having a suitable conformity to basic moral standards; showing integrity, fairness, or other characteristics associated with moral uprightness.Sufficiently clothed or dressed to be seen.Fair; good enough; okay.Significant; substantial.
Example sentence: There have to be moments when you glimpse something decent, something life-affirming even in the most twisted character. That's where the real art lies. See, I always suspect characters who are painted as lovely, decent human beings. I would always question where the darkness lies.