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

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