Basic Details
Word: Misbehave
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To behave badly or inappropriately.
Synonyms: Misconduct, misdeed, mischief
Antonyms: Behave, act properly, conduct oneself
Idioms and Phrases
- Misbehaving like a child: Used to describe someone acting immaturely. Example: "He was misbehaving like a child, throwing tantrums over small things."
- Misbehave and pay the price: To face consequences for bad behaviour. Example: "If you misbehave and pay the price, you will lose your privileges."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher had to remind the students not to misbehave during the school assembly.
Example 2: If the puppy continues to misbehave, it will need more training to learn the right way to act.
Example 3: When children misbehave at the park, they may have to leave early and go home.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "misbehave" has been in use since the late 16th century? It comes from the prefix "mis-" which means "badly" or "wrongly" and "behave," meaning to act in a certain way.
Famous Quote
"The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." Alan Watts (related to adapting behaviour)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "misbehave" mean?
a) To act nicely
b) To behave inappropriately
c) To follow rules
d) To be quiet
Answer: b) To behave inappropriately
2. Which of these is a synonym of "misbehave"?
a) Conduct oneself
b) Misconduct
c) Act properly
d) Follow instructions
Answer: b) Misconduct
3. What is an antonym of "misbehave"?
a) Fight
b) Sing
c) Act properly
d) Run
Answer: c) Act properly
4. Which sentence uses "misbehave" correctly?
a) The dog never misbehaves and always listens to its owner.
b) Everyone misbehaved at the library quietly.
c) She misbehave by completing her homework early.
d) They will misbehave if they study hard.
Answer: a) The dog never misbehaves and always listens to its owner.
5. Which idiom suggests that one will face consequences for bad behaviour?
a) Misbehaving like a child
b) Misbehave and pay the price
c) The grass is always greener
d) A stitch in time saves nine
Answer: b) Misbehave and pay the price
