Definition of Deportment

the way in which one carries oneself

Examples of Deportment in a sentence

The homeless woman always held her head high and walked with the deportment of a princess.  🔊

When I was a kid, my mother was constantly reminding me to sit up straight and mind my deportment.  🔊

The etiquette course will teach young woman the basics of proper deportment so they can behave suitably at formal events.  🔊

Because John does not behave well in school, he usually receives a poor score in deportment.  🔊

Parents should model the type of deportment they want to see in their children’s actions and behaviors.  🔊

When walking to the podium, the prince walked with a deportment that showed confidence and poise.  🔊

Jill must polish her deportment if she wants to be able to strut down the runway like a fashion model.  🔊

If you want to present a good picture to the interviewer, focus on your deportment and make eye contact while speaking.  🔊

My son’s deportment improved greatly after he attended a two-week behavioral camp conducted by a former marine.  🔊

At the vocational school, young men and women learn the skills of deportment that will allow them to become exceptional butlers.  🔊

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