discipline

/dˈɪsɪplˌɪn/

/ˈdɪsəpɫən/

[noun] [verb]

Discipline

[NOUN]

a field of study that is taught in a university

synonyms : bailiwick

the trait of being well behaved

antonyms : indiscipline

a system of rules of conduct or method of practice

training to improve strength or self-control

training given to people so that they follow certain rules, using punishment in case they fail to do so; the controlled behavior resulting from this type of training

synonyms : correction

to discipline

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to train a person or animal by instruction and exercise, usually with the aim of improving or correcting behavior

synonyms : check

condition

train

punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

synonyms : correct

sort out

Examples

1. The soldiers marched in a disciplined line during the parade.

2. Biology and computing are disciplines which seem like chalk and cheese but which have very deep connections on the most fundamental level.

3. The writer understands that diligence is the mother of good luck, and that success in writing requires consistent effort, discipline, and hard work.

4. The parents believed in disciplining their child when necessary, knowing that spare the rod and spoil the child.

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