Discipline — synonyms, discipline antonyms, definition

1. discipline (Noun)

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discipline (Noun) — A branch of knowledge. ex. "in what discipline is his doctorate?"

discipline (Noun) — A system of rules of conduct or method of practice. ex. "he quickly learned the discipline of prison routine" ex. "for such a plan to work requires discipline"

discipline (Noun) — The trait of being well behaved. ex. "he insisted on discipline among the troops"

discipline (Noun) — Training to improve strength or self-control.

discipline (Noun) — The act of punishing. ex. "the offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"

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2. discipline (Verb)

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discipline (Verb) — Develop (children's) behaviour by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control. ex. "Parents must discipline their children"

discipline (Verb) — Punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience. ex. "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently"

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