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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

misbehave

/mɪsˈbeɪv/ verb · British & US
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What does misbehave mean?

verb

To behave in a way that is unacceptable or disobedient, often in a manner that is rebellious or defiant.

Example

"The child began to misbehave in class when the teacher asked him to stop playing with his phone."

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