verb
comport
kum-PORT/kəmˈpɔːrt/
To conduct oneself in a particular way.
The man comports himself courteously, standing to welcome a guest at dinner.
Etymology
The “carry” root connects comport with the way people carry themselves. In its behavioral sense, usually expressed as “comport oneself,” the verb means conducting oneself in a particular manner.
In context
They tell me thou dost govern as if thou wert a man, and art a man as if thou wert a beast, so great is the humility wherewith thou dost comport thyself.
More examples
- The judge expects all present to comport themselves respectfully.
- He comported himself with dignity despite the unfair criticism.
- Comporting yourself professionally matters even when you disagree.
Forms
comport · comports · comported · comporting
comportment noun — A person's behavior or manner of bearing.