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

For locomotion, researchers insert tiny electrodes directly into the cockroach's antennae to hijack its natural obstacle-avoidance behavior. — New Atlas, 18 July 2026

The current wind shear behavior is matching up closely enough with what’s expected from El Niño that the two are likely related, according to Matthew Rosencrans, a meteorologist with NOAA. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

There is no question that testosterone replacement therapy can increase muscle mass, libido, and in some cases may result in changes in mood and behavior that some men find appealing. — Alexander P. Cole, STAT, 18 July 2026

These boundaries may include cultural standards, ethical expectations, customer commitments or behaviors that are never acceptable, regardless of the potential reward. — Nadia Alshomali, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026