Synonyms: acquit, bear, behave, conduct, deport, carry, comport
Definition: behave in a certain manner
Usage: She carried herself well; he bore himself with dignity; They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
Similar words: carry, hold, bear
Definition: support or hold in a certain manner
Usage: She holds her head high; He carried himself upright
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel
Definition: behave well or properly
Usage: The children must learn to behave
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel