Pronunciation: /kəmˈpɔrt/

Definitions of comport

noun behavior or conduct

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand how to comport myself in this situation.

A2 She always knows how to comport herself with grace and poise.

B1 Learning how to comport oneself in a professional setting is important for career success.

B2 His comportment at the meeting was impressive and showed his leadership skills.

C1 The diplomat's comport was impeccable, earning respect from all those present.

C2 The queen's comportment at public events is always flawless and regal.

verb to behave or conduct oneself in a particular way

Example Sentences

A1 She comported herself with grace at the party.

A2 He tried to comport with the rules of the game.

B1 The students were expected to comport themselves respectfully during the presentation.

B2 It is important to comport professionally in a business setting.

C1 The diplomat knew how to comport himself in various social situations.

C2 The actress always comports herself with elegance and poise in public.

Examples of comport in a Sentence

formal It is important to comport oneself with dignity and respect in professional settings.

informal She doesn't really comport well with her new coworkers.

slang I don't think he knows how to comport himself in a party.

figurative The colors of the painting comport beautifully with the overall theme of the room.

Grammatical Forms of comport

past tense

comported

plural

comports

comparative

more comport

superlative

most comport

present tense

comports

future tense

will comport

perfect tense

have comported

continuous tense

is comporting

singular

comport

positive degree

comport

infinitive

comport

gerund

comporting

participle

comported

Origin and Evolution of comport

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'comport' originated from the Old French word 'comporter' which meant 'to bear, conduct oneself'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'comport' evolved to also mean 'to agree with' or 'to be in accordance with'. The word has retained its original sense of behavior and conduct, but has also taken on additional meanings related to harmony and agreement.