discipline — the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɪsəplɪn/
Example Sentences
- My mom's discipline was so strict that even my teddy bear learned to make its bed.
- He chose computer science as his discipline in college.
- Self-discipline is the key to achieving your goals.
discipline
NOUN[/ˈdɪsəplɪn/]
the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
Her daily discipline of practicing piano at dawn slowly built a real talent.
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Discipline derives from Latin disciplina, meaning 'learning' and 'teaching'. It shares the same root as disciple, originally denoting the attitude of a learner following a teacher's instruction.
Breakdown
dis- (apart, separate) + -cipere (to take, receive) → disciplina (learning/teaching). The root -cipere (meaning 'to take') reflects the concept of receiving or taking in instruction.
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📝Examples
“My mom's discipline was so strict that even my teddy bear learned to make its bed.”
“He chose computer science as his discipline in college.”
“Self-discipline is the key to achieving your goals.”
“The coach had to discipline the player for arriving late to practice.”
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