verb Uncommon

behaving

Behaving (verb) means the present participle of "behave," describing the act of conducting oneself in a certain way. Example: “The teacher praised the class for behaving so well on the trip.”

verb

The present participle of "behave," describing the act of conducting oneself in a certain way.

"The teacher praised the class for behaving so well on the trip."

How to use behaving

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishActing or conducting oneself, as it is happening.

Word forms

behavings plural

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Synonyms

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Rhymes for behaving

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Frequently asked questions

What does “behaving” mean?

The word “behaving” means the present participle of "behave," describing the act of conducting oneself in a certain way. In plain terms, acting or conducting oneself, as it is happening.

How do you use “behaving” in a sentence?

Here is “behaving” used in a sentence: “The teacher praised the class for behaving so well on the trip.”

What part of speech is “behaving”?

“Behaving” is a verb.

Is “behaving” a common word?

“Behaving” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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