conduct

Definition

  • noun: the act, manner, or process of carrying on
  • verb: to plan and do (something, such as an activity)
  • verb: to bring by or as if by leading
  • + 'of'
  • synonyms: escort, management, guidance

Examples

  • His personal 'conduct' reflected poorly on the company. [=he behaved in a way that made the company look bad]

  • The way you 'conduct yourself' in an interview often determines whether or not you get the job.

  • Laws and regulations control the 'conduct' [='management'] 'of' business and trade.

Movie quotes

  • (..) sexual relations with anyone other than the dominant. The submissive will eat regularly, to maintain her health and well-being The submissive will conduct herself in a respectful manner. To the dominant, and so only address him as Sir, Mr Grey. Or such other title, the dominant may direct. (..)
    2015 Fifty Shades of Grey