noun |
adj |
verb |
adv |
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
You should act like an adult; Don't behave like a fool; What makes her do this way?; The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people
(verb) acquit, bear, conduct, deport, carry, comport
behave in a certain manner
She carried herself well; he bore himself with dignity; They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
(verb) comport
behave well or properly
The children must learn to behave