Behaviour
/bɪˈheɪvjər/noun
The way a person or animal acts or behaves.
His behavior in school was exemplary.
Often appears as...
- exemplary behaviour
- disruptive behaviour
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/3Reflects Personality
Behaviour often gives clues about someone's personality and how they were raised.
His courteous behaviour reflects his respectful upbringing.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Influence
Behaviour can vary greatly across cultures; what's polite in one may be rude in another.
In Japan, his behaviour of bowing deeply showed respect.
Pro Tip 3/3Situation Dependent
The setting, like work or home, greatly influences what behaviour is considered appropriate.
His professional behaviour at the meeting earned him praise.
Compare with
attitudeconductancedemeandeportmentdispositionetiquettemannerismtemperament
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