Misbehaviour

usgb/ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/
noun

Acting in a manner that is not correct, good, or appropriate.

His misbehaviour in class was distracting to other students.
Visual representation of "misbehaviour" - Acting in a manner that is not correct, good, or appropriate

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  • misbehaviour in school
  • misbehaviour on public transport

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Disapproving

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Negativity Connotation

Misbehaviour often implies negative judgement from authority figures or society.

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Her misbehaviour was frowned upon by the teachers.
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Subjective Perception

What counts as misbehaviour might vary between cultures and social settings.

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He was surprised his joke was considered misbehaviour.
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Context Specific

The same action may not be misbehaviour in one context but can be in another.

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Speaking loudly is misbehaviour in a library, but not at a sports event.
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