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Synonyms of behavior
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 for behavior
- actions,
- address,
- bearing,
- comportment,
- conduct,
- demeanor,
- deportment,
- geste
- (also gest)
- [archaic]
Words Related to behavior
- convention,
- fashion,
- form,
- mode,
- style
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The first known use of behavior was in the 15th century
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