Definition of Misbehave

to act disobey or act in a way that is bad

Examples of Misbehave in a sentence

Because the child continued to misbehave, he was placed in the corner for a time out.  🔊

The wild kids seemed hardwired to misbehave and constantly disobeyed their parents.  🔊

If you misbehave during class, the teacher will make you write lines or sit out during play time.  🔊

When toddlers see their older siblings act up and misbehave, they often mimic their behavior.  🔊

The mother told her unruly child that the Boogeyman would get him if he continued to misbehave.  🔊

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