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BEHAVES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Behaves.

Behaves - as a verb

Behave in a certain manner

Example: "She carried herself well"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acquit17bear6carry10comport13conduct12deport9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear6carry10hold8act5move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Behave well or properly

Example: "The children must learn to behave"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
comport13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act5move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
misbehave19

Example Sentences

"He behaves politely in social gatherings."
"The new employee behaves professionally in the workplace."
"My dog behaves well when I give him treats."
"She behaves gracefully on stage during performances."
"The child behaves rebelliously when he doesn't get his way."
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Word Game Points

Is BEHAVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, behaves is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BEHAVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is BEHAVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, behaves is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BEHAVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is BEHAVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, behaves is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BEHAVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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