Meaning & Definition of Behave in English
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Behave
/bɪhev/
verb
1. Behave in a certain manner
- Show a certain behavior
- Conduct or comport oneself
- "You should act like an adult"
- "Don't behave like a fool"
- "What makes her do this way?"
- "The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people"
synonym:
- act,
- behave,
- do
2. Behave in a certain manner
- "She carried herself well"
- "He bore himself with dignity"
- "They conducted themselves well during these difficult times"
synonym:
- behave,
- acquit,
- bear,
- deport,
- conduct,
- comport,
- carry
3. Behave well or properly
- "The children must learn to behave"
synonym:
- behave,
- comport
Examples of using
I will behave.
Other peoples' expectations affect how we behave.
We want you to behave yourself during meals.