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Discipline

UK /["/ˈdɪsəplɪn/"]/US /["/ˈdɪsəplɪn/"]/

Definition

the practice of training people to obey rules and orders and punishing them if they do not; the controlled behaviour or situation that is the result of this training

In simple words: The practice of training people to follow rules and control their behavior.

Examples

  • Maintaining discipline in the classroom is essential for effective learning.
  • Her discipline in studying every day helped her achieve high grades.
  • The military emphasizes strict discipline among its recruits.
  • Yoga can be seen as a discipline that promotes both physical and mental well-being.
  • He chose to pursue a discipline in psychology to understand human behavior better.
  • Many athletes find that self-discipline is crucial for their success.
  • The artist's discipline in practicing her craft daily is admirable.
  • In academia, discipline can refer to a specific branch of knowledge or study.

Usage notes

Used in both educational and professional contexts. It may sound strict in some settings, so it's less appropriate in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

discipline + object

Memory hint

Think of 'disc' as a round trainer for your mind. It helps you stay on track!

Collocations

  • effective
  • firm
  • good
  • enforce
  • exercise
  • impose
  • problem
  • a breach of discipline
  • a breakdown in discipline
  • a breakdown of discipline
  • good
  • great
  • strict
  • have
  • show
  • lack
  • a lack of discipline
  • good
  • great
  • strict
  • have
  • show
  • lack
  • a lack of discipline
  • core
  • main
  • major
  • across disciplines
  • within a/​the discipline
  • different disciplines
  • diverse disciplines
  • multiple disciplines

Synonyms

  • control
  • training
  • regulation
  • self-control
  • punishment

Antonyms

  • chaos
  • disorder
  • indulgence

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'discipline' with 'punishment'.
  • Using 'discipline' as a verb incorrectly.
  • Not recognizing the noun and verb forms.