discipline

//ˈdɪsəplɪn//
B2Frequency Level 7Neutral
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Noun

disciplineSingular
disciplinesPlural
1

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience; controlled behavior resulting from such training

Parents need to maintain discipline in the household.

2

A branch of knowledge, typically one studied in higher education; a field of study or academic subject

Psychology is a fascinating discipline that studies human behavior.

3

Self-control and the ability to work in a controlled and habitual way; the quality of being able to behave and work in a controlled manner

It takes discipline to exercise every day.

Verb

disciplineInfinitive
disciplinesPresent tense
disciplinedPast tense
disciplinedPast participle
discipliningPresent participle
disciplinesThird-person singular
1

To train someone to obey rules or a code of behavior, typically by using punishment to correct disobedience

Parents need to discipline their children with patience and consistency.

2

To punish or penalize someone for wrongdoing

The teacher disciplined the student for cheating on the exam.

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