good behavior

noun

1. satisfactory, proper, or polite conduct.

2. conduct conformable to law; orderly conduct.

   The convict's sentence was reduced for good behavior.

3. proper fulfillment of the duties of an office, especially a public office.

   The incumbent could not be discharged during good behavior.

Related Words

• correctness 
• decency 
• decorum 
• dignity 
• modesty 
• rectitude 
• respectability