behave
Pronunciation: [bɪˈheɪv]
Word
Context: “behavior”
(verb) to act in a certain way, especially in a way that is appropriate or acceptable. When someone behaves well, they follow rules or do what is expected.
Example
The children always behave nicely during story time.
Example
He did not behave well at the party and made a mess.
Example
How should we behave in the library?
Context: “relationship”
(verb) to show how someone acts or reacts to others. This often describes how people interact with each other in different situations.
Example
She tends to behave kindly towards her friends, always helping them.
Example
Sometimes he behaves rudely to people he doesn't know.
Example
What do you think makes someone behave well in a group?
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