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Plural
behaviors
1
the way that someone acts, particularly in the presence of others
- Despite his age, the child displayed mature behavior.
- Her behavior towards her friends shows her loyalty.
- I was disappointed by his behavior at the family dinner.
- It's rare to see such disciplined behavior in a young child.
- We are monitoring the patient's behavior closely for any changes.
2
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people
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3
the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances
4
(psychology) the way a person or an animal acts in different situations or responds to stimuli