Meaning & use

behavior

noun·Everyday

The way a person or animal acts or conducts themselves, especially toward others.

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The teacher praised the class for their polite behavior during the field trip.

Scientists study animal behavior to understand how species adapt to their environment.

A note on using this word

American English spells this 'behavior'; British English uses 'behaviour.'

Words with a similar meaning

conductmannerdemeanor

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