Synonyms of behavior

behavior

noun

bi-ˈhā-vyər 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• actions
• demeanor
• attitude
• manners
• conduct
• presence
• comportment
• deportment
• trait
• characteristic
• address
• bearing
• etiquette
• style
• look
• posture
• habit
• geste
• form
• practice
• courtesy
• aspect
• pattern
• politeness
• proprieties
• pose
• affectation
• mores
• decorum
• rules
• mode
• civility
• attribute
• protocol
• air
• carriage
• custom
• poise
• distinctiveness
• fashion
• mien
• formality
• amenity
• convention
• uniqueness
• peculiarity
• trick
• singularity
• weirdness
• strangeness
• p's and q's
• wont
• habitude
• oddity
• mark

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of behavior

Neeltje Boogert, an associate professor of animal behavior who studies gulls at the University of Exeter in Britain, believes that Rapp can tell Jerry from other birds. — Natalie B. Compton The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 2 Aug. 2026

Until city leaders and RTD officials address the rampant, dangerous behavior at our transit stops, everyday citizens will continue to avoid the bus system. — Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 2 Aug. 2026

Some public health specialists told ABC News there are several reasons for the declines, including fewer adolescents and young adults engaging in risky behaviors and public health messaging campaigns. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026

Could this be attention-seeking behavior or separation anxiety? — Cathy M. Rosenthal, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026