70 Synonyms & Antonyms For DISCIPLINE

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Definitions discipline [dis-uh-plin] / ˈdɪs ə plɪn / NOUN regimen, training Synonyms STRONGEST control development education method practice preparation regulation restraint self-control self-restraint will STRONG conduct cultivation curb domestication drill drilling exercise inculcation indoctrination limitation orderliness self-command self-government strictness subordination willpower WEAK self-mastery Antonyms STRONGEST agitation ignorance WEAK award chaos confusion disorder disorganization neglect negligence permissiveness reward NOUN punishment Synonyms STRONG castigation chastisement comeuppance correction rod WEAK getting yours hell to pay punition Antonyms WEAK award chaos confusion disorder disorganization neglect negligence permissiveness reward NOUN field of study; subject of interest Synonyms STRONGEST curriculum STRONG area course specialty WEAK branch of knowledge Antonyms WEAK award chaos confusion disorder disorganization neglect negligence permissiveness reward

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The researchers attribute this to students being disciplined for using phones when they weren’t supposed to.

From The Wall Street Journal

But among some inside the Police Department, there are growing frustrations with officer discipline and the new chief’s hands-off style.

From Los Angeles Times

"It isn't just about skating though - it's taught me discipline and respect for myself," he said.

From BBC

Pep Guardiola says his players will have remained "incredibly disciplined" during the Christmas break to meet the standards Manchester City have set.

From BBC

The region has a long tradition in wrestling, thriving in the sambo style and producing a host of Olympic and world champions in the discipline.

From BBC

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