Behavior (Noun)
Meaning 1
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people.
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
The action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances; "the behavior of small particles can be studied in experiments".
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 3
(psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
Manner of acting or controlling yourself.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The teacher praised the student for her good behavior in class.
- His behavior at the party was unacceptable and embarrassed his friends.
- The company's behavior towards its employees has been criticized by many.
- The new policy aims to promote positive behavior among young drivers.
- Her behavior changed dramatically after she started taking medication for her condition.