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

But the behavior NewTree is betting on already appears to be taking shape. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

This type of reinforcement can not only disrupt barking at that moment but also decrease unwanted behaviors. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

This choice was meant to reflect the sedentary behavior that adults engage in every day. — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 18 Sep. 2026

Then, weave those specific behaviors into every stage of the lifecycle, including interviewing, performance reviews, recognition and more. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026