Meaning of the word misbehaving in English

What does misbehaving mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

misbehaving

US /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vɪŋ/
UK /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vɪŋ/

Adjective

behaving badly or improperly

Example:
The teacher sent the misbehaving student to the principal's office.
We had to leave the restaurant because of the misbehaving children.

Verb

behaving badly or improperly (present participle of misbehave)

Example:
The children were misbehaving during the church service.
I warned him about misbehaving at school.
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