Conduct
Noun, Verb
UK
/kənˈdʌkt/
US
/kənˈdʌkt/
Definition
(v) : To organise or guide.
(n) : A person’s behavior or manners.
(n) : A person’s behavior or manners.
Example
"(v) : The manager will conduct the meeting."
"(v) : The scientist conducted an experiment to test the new medicine."
"(n) : His conduct during the exam showed honesty and discipline."
Explanation
The word conduct has two common uses. As a verb, it means to organise, lead, or guide something, like conducting a meeting, a survey, or an orchestra. For example, “The teacher conducted a science experiment.” As a noun, it refers to a person’s behaviour or the way they act. For example, “His polite conduct impressed everyone.” The word is often used in education, business, and daily life. Good conduct usually means good manners, honesty, and responsibility, while bad conduct means rude or unacceptable behaviour.