Meaning & use
comport
To conduct oneself in a particular manner, especially with dignity or propriety, or to be consistent with something.
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The young diplomat comported herself with remarkable poise during the tense negotiations.
His casual attitude didn't comport with the seriousness of the situation.
A note on using this word
Usually reflexive as comport oneself when describing behavior, or followed by with when meaning to match or agree.
Words with a similar meaning
behaveconduct
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