behavior

[bih-heyv-yer] / bɪˈheɪv yər /

NOUN

manner of conducting oneself

Synonyms

STRONGEST

act action attitude conduct demeanor management nature performance practice presence role style

STRONG

address air bag bearing carriage code comportment convention course dealings decency decorum deed delivery deportment ethics etiquette expression form front guise habits mien mode morals observance propriety ritual routine savoir-faire seemliness speech tact talk taste tone way ways

WEAK

social graces tenue way of life what's done

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cessation idleness inactivity inertia repose rest stoppage

STRONG

bad manners carelessness immorality impropriety indecency listening quiet silence thoughtlessness

Example Sentences

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Researchers have uncovered the oldest known hand-held wooden tools ever discovered, offering new insight into the skills and behavior of early humans nearly half a million years ago.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

McKinney called her a “bully” in a recent interview and said her behavior has demoralized her staff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

China’s authorities have already expressed concern about the industry’s competitive behavior.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Judge Perry told the U.S. attorney: “I have never seen the types of prosecutorial behavior before a grand jury that I saw in those transcripts.”

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Nathan sat beside Nali and ate the sandwich he had just made, feeling embarrassed about his bratty behavior.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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