Deportment (Noun)
Meaning
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Proper deportment was expected of all the guests at the formal dinner party, and anyone who failed to meet these expectations would be asked to leave.
- Her exceptional deportment and kindness earned her many friends and admirers in the community.
- The teacher stressed the importance of good deportment in the classroom, as it was essential for creating a positive learning environment.
- His rude deportment towards the server at the restaurant was completely unacceptable and reflected poorly on his character.
- The company emphasized the value of professional deportment among its employees, as they represented the organization in all their interactions with clients.
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Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Manner
- Correctitude
- Properness
- Impropriety
- Swashbuckling
- Manners
- Propriety
- Citizenship
- Personal Manner
- Improperness