verb
deport
Conduct oneself in a particular manner.
She deports herself with quiet confidence during every job interview.
Etymology
French déporter could refer to conducting or bearing oneself. This use preserves the image of how people carry themselves, making behavior the manner of that figurative bearing.
More examples
- He deported himself calmly throughout the heated discussion.
- Players must deport themselves respectfully toward the opposing team.
- The guests are deporting themselves with dignity despite the disruption.
Forms
deport · deports · deported · deporting
deportment noun — A person's behavior, bearing, or manner.