Basic Details
Word: Behave
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To act in a particular way, especially in a good or polite manner.
Synonyms: Act, conduct oneself, perform
Antonyms: Misbehave, act out, misbehave
Idioms and Phrases
- Behave oneself: To act in a polite and controlled way. Example: "Please behave yourself at the party, or you might upset the host."
- Behave like a child: To act immaturely or foolishly. Example: "He tends to behave like a child whenever he doesn't get his way."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is important to behave well during school assemblies to show respect to the teachers.
Example 2: The puppy quickly learned how to behave around the other dogs in the park.
Example 3: If you want to join us at the cinema, you must promise to behave during the film.
Fun Fact
The word "behave" comes from the Old French "behaivre," which means to 'perform' or 'conduct oneself.' It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe how people act.
Famous Quote
"People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude." John C. Maxwell
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "behave" mean?
a) To sit quietly
b) To act in a particular way
c) To eat food
d) To walk slowly
Answer: b) To act in a particular way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "behave"?
a) Sing
b) Act
c) Draw
d) Jump
Answer: b) Act
3. Which sentence uses "behave" correctly?
a) Please behave and do your homework.
b) I will behave my breakfast this morning.
c) She will behave jump over the fence.
d) He likes to behave at the games.
Answer: a) Please behave and do your homework.
4. Which idiom means to act politely?
a) Behave oneself
b) Behave like a child
c) Come to the party
d) As cool as a cucumber
Answer: a) Behave oneself
5. What is the opposite of "behave"?
a) Act well
b) Misbehave
c) Perform
d) Conduct
Answer: b) Misbehave
