Misbehaviour/ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Negativity Connotation Misbehaviour often implies negative judgement from authority figures or society. Her misbehaviour was frowned upon by the teachers. Pro Tip 2/3Subjective Perception What counts as misbehaviour might vary between cultures and social settings. He was surprised his joke was considered misbehaviour. Pro Tip 3/3Context Specific The same action may not be misbehaviour in one context but can be in another. Speaking loudly is misbehaviour in a library, but not at a sports event.