comport

comport (oneself) with (something)

To act in a particular way. You need to comport yourself with class at the gala tonight, so please stay away from the bar. Your grandmother was a fine woman. She always comported herself with such thoughtfulness and dignity. You need to comport yourself with confidence if you want these big investors to take your company seriously.

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comport oneself with some manner

to behave in a certain manner. I hope you are able to comport yourself with better behavior next time. The old man was able to comport himself with dignity.

See also: comport, manner

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