typical behavior
/tɪpɪkəl bɪˈhævɪər/ · typ-i-cal be-ha-vior
noun
- The actions or conduct that are characteristic or representative of a particular group, person, or situation. The typical behavior of teenagers during summer vacation is to spend most of their time sleeping in or watching movies.
- A pattern of actions or conduct that is considered normal or expected for a particular group, person, or situation. The typical behavior of a manager in a corporate setting is to prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities to team members.
verb
- To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is characteristic or representative of a particular group, person, or situation. The new employee typically behaves in a professional manner during meetings.
Synonyms
customary behaviornormal behaviorstandard behaviorexpected behaviorcharacteristic behaviorrepresentative behavior
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of 'typical behavior' is often used in social sciences, such as sociology and psychology, to study and understand human behavior in different contexts and cultures.