discipline
15 points
English
10 letters
Common
Commonness #5,168
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Definitions
verb
develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
noun
the trait of being well behaved
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/dˈɪsʌplʌn/ · 3 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural disciplines
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
the act of disciplining
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Antonyms
Antonyms — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
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