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deportment

/dɪˈpɔːtmənt/

noun

Meaning

  • Bearing; manner of presenting oneself.

    "Her deportment impressed her interviewers."

  • Conduct; public behavior.

    "Their deportment changed visibly as the policeman approached."

  • Apparent level of schooling or training.

    "His academic deportment did not match his degree record."

  • Self-discipline.

    "The nun's deportment reflected her vocation."

Synonyms

bearing,
comportment,
posture,
behavior,
conduct