behoove (Meaning)
Wordnet
behoove (v)
be appropriate or necessary
Webster
behoove (v. t.)
To be necessary for; to be fit for; to be meet for, with respect to necessity, duty, or convenience; -- mostly used impersonally.
Webster
behoove (v. i.)
To be necessary, fit, or suitable; to befit; to belong as due.
Webster
behoove (n.)
Advantage; behoof.
Synonyms & Antonyms of behoove
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FAQs About the word behoove
be appropriate or necessaryTo be necessary for; to be fit for; to be meet for, with respect to necessity, duty, or convenience; -- mostly used impersonally., To
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It behooves us to act responsibly in all our interactions.
It behoves the government to protect the rights of all citizens.
Wisdom behooveth fools to heed the advice of the wise.
As a friend, it behoves me to be honest and supportive.
