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good behavior

good be·hav·ior
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [goo d bih-heyv-yer]
    • /gʊd bɪˈheɪv yər/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [goo d bih-heyv-yer]
    • /gʊd bɪˈheɪv yər/

Definitions of good behavior words

  • noun good behavior satisfactory, proper, or polite conduct. 1
  • noun good behavior conduct conformable to law; orderly conduct: The convict's sentence was reduced for good behavior. 1
  • noun good behavior proper fulfillment of the duties of an office, especially a public office: The incumbent could not be discharged during good behavior. 1
  • noun good behavior child: not misbehaving 1
  • noun good behavior prisoner: good conduct 1
See all 5 definitions of good behavior

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Parts of speech for Good behavior

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pronoun
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good behavior popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 32% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 64% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for good behavior

noun good behavior

  • sympathy — harmony of or agreement in feeling, as between persons or on the part of one person with respect to another.
  • civility — politeness or courtesy, esp when formal
  • generosity — readiness or liberality in giving.
  • reverence — a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.
  • deference — Deference is a polite and respectful attitude towards someone, especially because they have an important position.
All 70 Synonyms of good behavior

Antonyms for good behavior

noun good behavior

  • disdain — to look upon or treat with contempt; despise; scorn.
  • disregard — to pay no attention to; leave out of consideration; ignore: Disregard the footnotes.
  • fear — a river in SE North Carolina. 202 miles (325 km) long.
  • disrespect — Lack of respect or courtesy.
  • thoughtlessness — lacking in consideration for others; inconsiderate; tactless: a thoughtless remark.
All 29 Antonyms of good behavior

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