Behaviour

Quick meaning: Behaviour is a noun meaning British standard spelling of behavior.

Meaning

British standard spelling of behavior.

Example Sentences

After all, it is undeniable that the B.R. standard coach scored highly in comparative trials with other European railway vehicles on the Continent a few years ago, so that B.R. civil engineers must share responsibility for any defects in its behaviour over here.

All is well until Treorchy, where the platform is swamped by teenagers who have been attending an event. Around four dozen unescorted 12 to 16 year-olds swarm aboard and begin to run riot through the train. Their behaviour is appalling and the presence of CCTV no deterrent.

Jonathan Hill, professor of international relations in the School of Security Studies at King’s College London, points to ongoing social unrest among rural youths in Morocco as another key reason why the law was passed. He cites the 2011 Arab Spring as an indicator of where such behaviour might lead if left unchecked.

Word Forms

• behaviours

Synonyms for behaviour

Depending on context, synonyms include demeanor, conduct, deportment, demeanour, behavior.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include behavior, demeanour, demeanor, deportment, conduct, behavioral.

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