misbehave

[ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv]

misbehave Definition

to behave badly or inappropriately, especially for a child.

Using misbehave: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "misbehave" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The children were misbehaving in the restaurant.

  • Example

    If you misbehave again, you'll be sent to your room.

  • Example

    He was punished for misbehaving in class.

misbehave Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for misbehave

  • act up
  • be naughty
  • be bad
  • behave badly
  • act out

Antonyms for misbehave

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Summary: misbehave in Brief

The verb 'misbehave' [ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv] means to behave badly or inappropriately, especially for a child. It is often used to describe children who are not following rules or behaving in a way that is not acceptable. Examples of using 'misbehave' in a sentence include 'The children were misbehaving in the restaurant' and 'If you misbehave again, you'll be sent to your room.'