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DISCIPLINING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Disciplining.

Disciplining - as a noun

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)
trait5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
indiscipline17

Training to improve strength or self-control

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grooming12preparation15training9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of disciplining

Example: "The offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correction14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
penalisation14penalization23penalty12punishment17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disciplining - 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)
check16condition12train5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
develop13make grow
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

Example: "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correct11sort out

Example Sentences

"He believes in disciplining his children firmly but lovingly."
"The coach is strict about disciplining the team during practice."
"She struggled with disciplining herself to stick to a study schedule."
"The teacher faced challenges in disciplining unruly students."
"Parents play a crucial role in disciplining their children."
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Word Game Points

Is DISCIPLINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disciplining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISCIPLINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is DISCIPLINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disciplining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISCIPLINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is DISCIPLINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disciplining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISCIPLINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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