behavior change

US: bɪˈheɪvjɚ ˈtʃeɪndʒ

Definition

Definition of behavior change - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

psychology

alteration in how a person or group usually acts or responds

The therapy program led to noticeable behavior change in several students.
Behavior change was gradual but became evident after three months.
The workshop focused on strategies for lasting behavior change.

disappointment

discontent

dissatisfaction

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Expressions with behavior

on one's best behavior

adv.

acting very polite and well-mannered in a situation

During the interview, she was on her best behavior.

ape someone's behavior

imitate someone's actions or mannerisms

He tried to ape his brother's behavior to fit in.

code of behavior

set of rules for acceptable conduct

The company has a strict code of behavior for employees.

model behavior

exemplary conduct that others should follow

Her model behavior in class earned her a special award.

disorderly behavior

chaotic actions lacking organization

The meeting descended into disorderly behavior with everyone talking at once.

exhibit behavior

display conduct or manners

He tends to exhibit behavior that is respectful and polite.

Expressions with change

change taste

make food taste different

The chef can change taste by adding spices.

change up

vary something in an informal way

He decided to change up his workout to avoid boredom.

loose change

money in coins suitable for small purchases

I use loose change for buying snacks.

small change

coins of little value carried in pockets

He paid the bus fare with small change.

change of heart

shift in one's feelings or opinions

After the debate, he had a change of heart about the policy.

change of scene

shift to a different location or environment

After a stressful week, she needed a change of scene to relax.

change your mind

decide to do something different

If the plan feels risky, you can still change your mind before signing.

for a change

adv.

in a different way than usual

Let's eat out for a change.

and change

coins or small denominations of money

I have a dollar and change in my pocket.

change down

shift to a lower gear in a vehicle

He had to change down before the steep hill.

Terms with behavior change included in their meaning

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stubborn

adj.

people

unwilling to change opinion or behavior

fall into bad habits

behavior change

start doing things that are not good for you regularly

influence

change behavior

change how someone acts, thinks, or feels

180-degree turn

change

complete change in opinion or behavior

change one's ways

reform

change behavior or habits for self-improvement or social acceptance

crossed line

behavior change

point where acceptable behavior changes

dance to a different tune

behavior

change behavior or attitude in a noticeably new or unusual way

flip the switch

behavior

cause a sudden change in behavior

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French:changement de comportement, ...
German:Verhaltensänderung, ...
Italian:cambiamento di comportamento, ...
Spanish:cambio de conducta, ...
Portuguese:mudança de comportamento, ...
Chinese:行为改变, ...
Japanese:行動変容, ...
Arabic:تَغْيِير السُّلُوك, ...
Hebrew:שִׁנּוּי הִתְנַהֲגוּת, ...
Russian:изменение поведения, ...
Ukrainian:зміна поведінки, ...
Hindi:व्यवहार परिवर्तन, ...
Bengali:আচরণের পরিবর্তন, ...
Catalan:canvi de conducta, ...
Czech:změna chování, ...
Danish:adfærdsændring, ...
Dutch:gedragsverandering, ...
Greek:αλλαγή συμπεριφοράς, ...
Hungarian:viselkedésváltozás, ...
Khmer:ការផ្លាស់ប្តូរអាកប្បកិរិយា, ...
Korean:행동 변화, ...
Persian:تغییر رفتار, ...
Polish:zmiana zachowania, ...
Portuguese (BR):mudança de comportamento, ...
Romanian:schimbare de comportament, ...
Swedish:beteendeförändring, ...
Thai:การเปลี่ยนแปลงพฤติกรรม, ...
Turkish:davranış değişikliği, ...
Vietnamese:thay đổi hành vi, ...

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