Behaved

Pronunciation: /bɪˈheɪv/

Behaved (verb)

  1. To act in a particular manner, especially in a way that is acceptable.
  2. To act according to rules or expectations, often in a controlled way.

Examples

  • Children often behave differently in school than at home.
  • Students must behave according to the school's guidelines.

Common collocations: behave well, behave badly, behave appropriately, behave according to rules

Synonyms of Behaved

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Behaved

  • to act inappropriately or unacceptably.