comport

(noun, verb)

noun

1. (obsolete) Manner of acting; conduct; deportment.

- I knew them well, and marked their rude comport. — Dryden.

verb

1. behave well or properly

Similar word(s): behave

Definition categories: social, act, move

2. behave in a certain manner

Similar word(s): acquit, bear, behave, carry, conduct, deport

Definition categories: social, bear, carry, hold, act, move

Sentences with comport as a verb:

- to comport with an injury

- The new rules did not seem to comport with the spirit of the club.

- She comported herself with grace.