英语专业四级、英语专业八级、英语四级、英语六级词语辨析
behavior, conduct, manner
这些名词均含有“行为,举止”之意。
behavior : 普通用词,侧重指某人在特定场合对他人或在他人面前的行为、举止。
Her husband felt ashamed at her behavior. (她丈夫为她的行为感到害臊。)
conduct : 较正式用词,泛指某人的行动。侧重根据社会道德标准和责任感。
He is famous for his good conduct. (他因良好的行为而远近闻名。)
manner : 主要用来指人的习惯行为。
Their manners were still more vivacious than before。(他们的举止也比以前更生动。)