behavior

noun

bi-ˈhā-vyər How to pronounce behavior (audio)
Definition of behaviornext
as in actions
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself usually the enfant terrible, he's promising to be on his best behavior for the party

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Recent Examples of behavior The format rewards behavior that looks nothing like traditional ecommerce. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2026 In an interview with USA TODAY, Langley said Flock will require all law enforcement agencies to adopt an audit system that flags abnormal search behavior. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 Drugs such as Lamictal and lithium, along with anticonvulsants and antipsychotics, can help control manic and depressive episodes, quiet racing thoughts and sleep problems, and curb risky behavior. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 That is not behavior that should be easily overlooked or normalized. — Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for behavior
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  1. actions
  2. demeanor
  3. attitude
Noun
  • This was reflected both in the administration’s statements and actions against the SPLC.
    — Arie Perliger, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Tuesday's meeting will also focus on whether lower costs are being passed through to consumers and on additional actions the administration could take to reduce prices at the pump, the official said.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of actions
Noun
  • In more aggressive settings, shifts can get a bit abrupt, but the gearbox’s general demeanor is that of quick-shifting capability that plays nicely with the hybrid power train.
    — Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026
  • And while that player hasn’t been able to contribute to the big-league roster the way the team might have hoped, that outspoken aspect of his demeanor was on full display recently.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of demeanor
Noun
  • Before Gus could take on that role, Bell first had to find a dog with the right attitude for the job.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In a sport like golf, where grinders like Clark are revered, that sort of head-down, do-the-work attitude may be what ends up appealing to fans.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of attitude

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“Behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behavior. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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