Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
behove
verb
/bɪˈhəʊv/
Definition
To be necessary or proper for; to befit.
Examples
- It behoves us to be kind to one another.
- It would behove you to prepare well for the interview.
Meaning
Behove is often used to indicate that someone has a duty or obligation to do something.
Synonyms
- behoove
- benefit
- oblige
