discipline
Pronunciation: [ˈdɪsəplɪn]
Word
Context: "behavior"
(noun) the practice of training yourself or others to follow rules or behave in a certain way. It’s like when you teach a dog to sit or when you follow a schedule to do your homework.
Example
She showed great discipline by studying every night for her exams.
Example
Without discipline, it can be hard to get things done.
Example
How can you improve your discipline in your studies?
Context: "field of study"
(noun) a specific branch of knowledge or learning. This is like saying what school subject you are studying, like history or science.
Example
He decided to major in the discipline of psychology in college.
Example
They had trouble finding a discipline that interested them.
Example
What discipline are you most passionate about?
Context: "training"
(verb) to teach a lesson or correct someone's behavior, often by using consequences. It’s like when a teacher takes away recess for a student who misbehaves.
Example
The coach had to discipline the players for being late to practice.
Example
If you don’t discipline your dog, he may not learn what to do.
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How should parents discipline their children effectively?
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