discipline

noun
UK: /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/
US: /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/

  1. The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.

    1. My dad used strict discipline.
    2. Maintaining classroom discipline is essential for effective teaching and learning.

  2. A branch of knowledge, typically one studied in higher education.

    1. History is an interesting discipline.
    2. She is a leading expert in the discipline of environmental science and policy.

  3. The ability to control your own behavior, impulses, or emotions.

    1. I lack discipline to diet.
    2. Achieving long-term goals requires a great deal of self-discipline and perseverance.

Synonyms

control training punishment subject field self-control
discipline verb

  1. To train someone to obey rules or a code of behavior, often using punishment.

    1. I discipline my dog.
    2. Parents must discipline their children to teach them right from wrong.

  2. To punish someone for breaking rules or a code of behavior.

    1. The student was disciplined.
    2. The company disciplined the employee for violating its code of conduct.

  3. To control your behavior and actions to achieve something.

    1. You must discipline yourself.
    2. To succeed in this field, you must discipline yourself to study regularly and consistently.
discipline adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a particular field of study or subject.

    1. It's a discipline problem.
    2. A disciplined approach is required to solve complex engineering challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "discipline" in English means: The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience., A branch of knowledge, typically one studied in higher education., The ability to control your own behavior, impulses, or emotions..

The phonetic transcription of "discipline" is /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/ in British English and /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "discipline": control, training, punishment, subject, field, self-control.

Example usage of "discipline": "My dad used strict discipline.". More examples on the page.