CEFR B1

misbehave

verb

Meaning

To act in an inappropriate or improper way, often by not following rules or showing bad manners.

Examples

The students were sent to the principal's office because they continued to misbehave during the assembly.
It's important to teach pets not to misbehave, especially when guests are visiting.

Synonyms: act up, be naughty, behave badly, transgress

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misbehave (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv/

Definition

To act in an inappropriate or improper way, often by not following rules or showing bad manners.

Examples

The students were sent to the principal's office because they continued to misbehave during the assembly.
It's important to teach pets not to misbehave, especially when guests are visiting.
If you misbehave at the party, your parents will be very disappointed.

How to Use misbehave

misbehave in class (collocation): To act inappropriately during a lesson. — "The teacher warned students not to misbehave in class."
misbehave at school (collocation): To act inappropriately within the school environment. — "Parents were called because their child would often misbehave at school."
misbehave badly (collocation): To act in a very inappropriate manner. — "The dog misbehaved badly, chewing up all the furniture."

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