B1nounUK spelling: behaviourpsychologysociety
US/bɪˈheɪ.vjər/
UK/bɪˈheɪ.vjə/
the way a person or animal acts, especially toward other people
In context
The teacher praised the children for their good behavior during the trip.
Scientists study animal behavior to understand how species survive.
His strange behavior made everyone in the office feel uneasy.
Words that go with behavior
adjective + noun
- good behaviorPrisoners can leave early for good behavior.
- bad behaviorThe school does not accept bad behavior.
- social behaviorSocial behavior differs between cultures.
- criminal behaviorExperts study the causes of criminal behavior.
verb + noun
- change behaviorFines can change behavior quickly.
noun + noun
- consumer behaviorAdvertising affects consumer behavior.
noun + preposition
- behavior towardHis behavior toward staff was rude.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He has a good behavior.Correct: He has good behavior.