DISCIPLINE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Discipline.
Discipline - as a noun
A branch of knowledge
Example: "In what discipline is his doctorate?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bailiwick20field9field of studystudy9subject18subject areasubject fieldHypernyms (Closely Related)
domain9knowledge baseknowledge domainHyponyms (Broadly Related)
occultism15communication theorycommunications22major14
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frontier11genealogy14allometry14bibliotics16ology9science11scientific disciplinearchitecture19landscape architectureapplied scienceengineering13engineering sciencetechnology19futuristics16futurology17arts4humanistic disciplinehumanities15liberal artsdivinity15theology15military scienceescapology18graphology20numerology16protologytheogony15peace and conflict studiessystems theoryaddiction studiesolfactology20
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A system of rules of conduct or method of practice
Example: "He quickly learned the discipline of prison routine"
The trait of being well behaved
Example: "He insisted on discipline among the troops"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
trait5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
indiscipline17Training to improve strength or self-control
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grooming12preparation15training9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of disciplining
Example: "The offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correction14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
penalisation14penalization23penalty12punishment17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Discipline - as a verb
Develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
Example: "Parents must discipline their children"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
check16condition12train5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
develop13make growHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The military emphasizes discipline in all aspects of training."
"The school has a strict discipline policy to maintain order."
"He credits martial arts with teaching him discipline and self-control."
"Effective discipline is important for raising well-behaved children."
"The athlete's discipline and dedication drove him to win the gold medal."
Word Game Points
Is DISCIPLINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discipline is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISCIPLINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is DISCIPLINE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discipline is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISCIPLINE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DISCIPLINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discipline is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISCIPLINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
