1. bad or improper behavior; conduct that is unacceptable or inappropriate

Examples

• The student was sent to the principal’s office for misbehavior in class.
• His misbehavior at the dinner party embarrassed his parents.
• The teacher warned that any misbehavior would result in detention.
• The company has a zero-tolerance policy for employee misbehavior.
• Her misbehavior during the meeting was completely unprofessional.
• The children’s misbehavior ruined the family outing.