Deportment: meaning, definitions and examples

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deportment

 

[ dɪˈpɔːtmənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

good manners

Deportment refers to a person's behavior or manners, especially in terms of how polite, respectful, and well-behaved they are.

Synonyms

behavior, conduct, demeanor, manners

Examples of usage

  • She exhibited excellent deportment during the formal dinner.
  • His deportment in public was always impeccable.
Context #2 | Noun

physical posture

Deportment can also refer to the way someone carries themselves physically, their posture and body language.

Synonyms

bearing, carriage, posture

Examples of usage

  • Her deportment was so regal that everyone noticed her entrance.
  • The dance instructor emphasized the importance of good deportment for a graceful performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "deportment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comportamento

🇮🇳 व्यवहार

🇩🇪 Benehmen

🇮🇩 perilaku

🇺🇦 поведінка

🇵🇱 zachowanie

🇯🇵 態度 (たいど)

🇫🇷 comportement

🇪🇸 comportamiento

🇹🇷 davranış

🇰🇷 태도

🇸🇦 سلوك

🇨🇿 chování

🇸🇰 správanie

🇨🇳 行为 (xíngwéi)

🇸🇮 obnašanje

🇮🇸 hegðun

🇰🇿 мінез-құлық

🇬🇪 ქცევა

🇦🇿 davranış

🇲🇽 comportamiento

Word origin

The word 'deportment' originated from the Latin word 'deportare', which means 'to carry away' or 'to behave'. It first appeared in English in the 15th century with the meaning 'behavior or conduct'. Over time, it evolved to also include the sense of physical posture and body language. The term has been used in etiquette and dance instruction to emphasize the importance of proper behavior and carriage.

See also: deportation.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,549, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.