Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
behavioural-response
Noun
/bɪˈheɪvjərəl rɪˈspɒns/
Definition
A behavioural response is an action or reaction exhibited by an individual or organism in reaction to a particular stimulus or situation.
Examples
- After hearing the loud noise, his behavioural response was to jump in surprise.
- Children often exhibit different behavioural responses to stress compared to adults.
- The study examined the behavioural responses of animals to changes in their environment.
Meaning
It refers to the way in which a person’s or animal’s behavior changes in response to external events or conditions.
Synonyms
- Reaction
- Response
- Conduct
- Action
