behave (Meaning)
behave (v)
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
behave in a certain manner
behave well or properly
behave (v. t.)
To manage or govern in point of behavior; to discipline; to handle; to restrain.
To carry; to conduct; to comport; to manage; to bear; -- used reflexively.
behave (v. i.)
To act; to conduct; to bear or carry one's self; as, to behave well or ill.
Synonyms & Antonyms of behave
behave Sentence Examples
- The children in the classroom behaved impeccably, listening attentively to the teacher.
- The dog behaved aggressively, barking at the mailman who approached the fence.
- The students were expected to behave with respect towards their peers and teachers.
- The politician behaved dishonestly, hiding the truth from the public.
- The animals at the zoo behaved curiously, exploring their new surroundings.
- The teenagers behaved recklessly, driving their cars at excessive speeds.
- The boss behaved unprofessionally, making inappropriate jokes during the meeting.
- The athlete behaved admirably, showing sportsmanship even after losing the competition.
- The parents behaved patiently, teaching their young children how to tie their shoes.
- The criminals behaved cunningly, evading capture by the police for several months.
FAQs About the word behave
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself, behave in a certain manner, behave well or properlyTo manage or govern in point
compose, conduct,carry, contain, handle, acquit, restrain, control,comport, check
misbehave, misbehave, carry on,misconduct, cut up, carry on, cut up, misconduct, act up,act up
The children in the classroom behaved impeccably, listening attentively to the teacher.
The dog behaved aggressively, barking at the mailman who approached the fence.
The students were expected to behave with respect towards their peers and teachers.
The politician behaved dishonestly, hiding the truth from the public.
