misbehavior
Translation
misbehaviour, misconduct
Examples
The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.
The teacher punished the student for his misbehaviour.
Such misbehavior will not be tolerated.
Such misbehaviour will not be tolerated.
Grammar Patterns
misbehaviour ((by sb.)) improper conduct by (sb.) We saw misbehaviour by the fans at the game.
((a pattern of)) misbehaviour a series of improper acts The school noted a pattern of misbehaviour.
Similar Words
Synonyms: misconduct, wrongdoing; Antonyms: good behavior, obedience
Etymology
From the prefix 'mis-' (bad, wrong) + 'behavior' (conduct). Literally 'bad behavior'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'mis-' often means 'wrong' or 'bad', like in 'mistake' or 'misunderstand'. So, it's 'wrong behavior'.