Definition

A person who behaves badly or inappropriately.

Example

The teacher had to speak to the misbehaver about his actions in class.

Conversation

Did you see that kid in class today?

Yeah, he was such a misbehaver during the lesson.

I know, right? It's hard to focus with those distractions.

Exactly! Teachers have a tough job managing all that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misbehaver → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly or badly) and "behave" (from Old French *behaivare*, meaning to conduct oneself). The word "misbehaver" refers to someone who conducts themselves in a wrong or bad manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone acting 'wrongly' ('mis-') in their 'conduct' ('behave') — that's why a misbehaver is someone who behaves badly.

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