better-behaved
Less likely misbehaving
Better-behaved describes someone or something that shows improved conduct or manners compared to before or to others: The kids were better-behaved after we set clear expectations.
It applies equally to people, animals, and figuratively to things like software or markets: This version is better-behaved than the last.
Following commands willingly
- disciplinedHaving strict self-control
- mannerlyHaving good social conduct
- politeShowing good manners
- well-manneredPolite and respectful
respectful · compliant · cooperative · attentive · courteous · docile · tractable · manageable
Made superior to before
- reformedImproved after abandoning wrongdoing
- correctedFixed what was wrong
- adjustedChanged to improve fit
- modifiedChanged in some way
rehabilitated · transformed · changed · matured · evolved · progressed · developed · mellowed
Taught a skill
- domesticatedBred under human care
- obedientFollowing commands willingly
- tameMade gentle, manageable
- calmFree from agitation
gentle · docile · housebroken · socialized · responsive · manageable · submissive · controllable
Secure and unchanging
- reliableConsistently performing as expected
- predictableAble to be foreseen
- optimizedMade maximally efficient
- responsiveQuick to react
consistent · error-free · smooth · debugged · patched · fixed · improved · refined
obedient
Following commands willingly
- disciplinedHaving strict self-control
- mannerlyHaving good social conduct
- politeShowing good manners
well-mannered · respectful · compliant · cooperative · attentive · courteous · docile · tractable · manageable · subdued
improved
Made superior to before
- reformedImproved after abandoning wrongdoing
- correctedFixed what was wrong
- adjustedChanged to improve fit
modified · rehabilitated · transformed · changed · matured · evolved · progressed · developed · mellowed · calmed
trained
Taught a skill
- domesticatedBred under human care
- obedientFollowing commands willingly
- tameMade gentle, manageable
calm · gentle · docile · housebroken · socialized · responsive · manageable · submissive · controllable · disciplined
stable
Secure and unchanging
- reliableConsistently performing as expected
- predictableAble to be foreseen
- optimizedMade maximally efficient
responsive · consistent · error-free · smooth · debugged · patched · fixed · improved · refined · robust
better-behavedill-behaved
Showing poor conduct
misbehaving · naughty · disobedient · defiant · unruly
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