good behavior
BrE: /ɡʊd bɪˈheɪvjə/
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Definition of good behavior - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
behaviorRareconduct that is polite and follows rules or social expectationsRare
  • The teacher praised the students for their good behavior during the trip.
2.
legalTECH.UScorrect conduct in custody that can reduce punishment or earn privilegesTECH.US
  • He was released early from prison because of his good behavior.
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Expressions with good

do goodv.
have a positive effect
Eating healthy does good for your body..
for goodadv.
permanently, with no intention of reversal
He moved abroad for good..
good catchn.
successful action of catching a ball in sports
That was a good catch by the outfielder.
good goingexp.
expression of approval or praise for success
Good going on finishing the project early!
in a good moodadj.
feeling happy and positive
She was in a good mood after hearing the news.
a good ear for musicn.
talent for understanding and appreciating music
His good ear for music makes him a great composer.

Expressions with behavior

on one's best behavioradv.
acting very polite and well-mannered in a situation
During the interview, she was on her best behavior.
ape someone's behaviorv.
imitate someone's actions or mannerisms
He tried to ape his brother's behavior to fit in.
code of behaviorn.
set of rules for acceptable conduct
The company has a strict code of behavior for employees.
model behaviorn.
exemplary conduct that others should follow
Her model behavior in class earned her a special award.
behavior changen.
alteration in how a person or group usually acts or responds
The therapy program led to noticeable behavior change in several students.
disorderly behaviorn.
chaotic actions lacking organization
The meeting descended into disorderly behavior with everyone talking at once.
exhibit behaviorv.
display conduct or manners
He tends to exhibit behavior that is respectful and polite.
moderate your behaviorv.
reduce the intensity of your actions
Please moderate your behavior; your shouting is scaring the children.
double standard of sexual behaviorn.
different rules for men and women in relationships
The double standard of sexual behavior is often criticized in society.
relaxation behaviorn.
actions to calm down and rest
Relaxation behavior helps people feel better after work.

Terms related to good behavior

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Terms with good behavior included in their meaning

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rewardv.
incentive
offer something valuable for good behavior
rewardedadj.
compensated
given something in return for good behavior or work
clean livingn.
lifestyle
way of life focused on health and good behavior
well-manneredadj.
etiquette
having good manners and polite behavior
model citizenn.
society
ideal example of good behavior
moral decayn.
ethics
loss of good values or right behavior in people or society
set high standardsv.
leadership
decide that only very good results or behavior are acceptable
undisciplinedadj.
behavior
not showing self-control or good behavior

Examples of good behavior in a sentence

  • The prisoner’s sentence was reduced because of his good behavior.
  • The inmate earned extra visitation rights for his good behavior.
  • Good behavior during probation helped her avoid returning to jail.

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  1. French:bonne conduite, ...
  2. German:gutes Benehmen, Wohlverhalten, ...
  3. Italian:buon comportamento, ...
  4. Spanish:buena conducta, ...
  5. Portuguese:bom comportamento, ...
  6. Chinese:良好行为, 表现良好, ...
  7. Japanese:良い行動, 模範的行状, ...
  8. Arabic:سُلوك حَسَن, حُسْن السُّلُوك, ...
  9. Hebrew:הִתְנַהֲגוּת טוֹבָה, ...
  10. Russian:хорошее поведение, ...
  11. Ukrainian:гарна поведінка, зразкова поведінка, ...
  12. Hindi:अच्छा व्यवहार, अच्छा आचरण, ...
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