misbehave

/mɪsˈbeɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to behave badly or improperly, especially as a child or in a way that is annoying or troublesome to others

“The kids were warned not to misbehave at the party.”

2. noun

the act of behaving badly or improperly, especially as a child or in a way that is annoying or troublesome to others

“The teacher had to deal with a lot of misbehavior in the classroom.”

Synonyms

  • disobedient
  • disobey
  • misconduct
  • misconducts

Antonyms

  • behave
  • well-behaved