behaviour Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances
    behavior.
    • the behavior of small particles can be studied in experiments
  2. noun (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people
    demeanour; demeanor; deportment; behavior; conduct.
  3. noun (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation
    behavior.
  4. noun manner of acting or controlling yourself
    doings; behavior; conduct.

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