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Meaning of word behave from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

behave   verb

Meaning : Behave in a certain manner. Show a certain behavior. Conduct or comport oneself.

Example : 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.

Synonyms : act, do

Meaning : Behave in a certain manner.

Example : She carried herself well.
He bore himself with dignity.
They conducted themselves well during these difficult times.

Synonyms : acquit, bear, carry, comport, conduct, deport

Meaning : Behave well or properly.

Example : The children must learn to behave.

Synonyms : comport

Behave badly.

The children misbehaved all morning.
misbehave, misconduct, misdemean