1. acts in a particular way; conducts oneself
Usage: third person singular present of ‘behave’
2. acts in a proper or acceptable manner
Usage: third person singular present of ‘behave’

Examples

• She always behaves politely at dinner parties.
• The dog behaves well when visitors come over.
• He behaves differently around his friends than his family.
• The child behaves better after getting enough sleep.
• The machine behaves unpredictably in cold weather.
• She behaves as if nothing happened.
• The student behaves respectfully toward teachers.