Definitions For Discipline

noun

• Training to improve strength or self-control
• The act of disciplining
• The trait of being well behaved
• A system of rules of conduct or method of practice
• A branch of knowledge
• Control that is gained by requiring that rules or orders be obeyed and punishing bad behavior
• A way of behaving that shows a willingness to obey rules or orders
• Behavior that is judged by how well it follows a set of rules or orders

verb

• Punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
• Develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
• To punish (someone) as a way of making sure that rules or orders are obeyed
• To train (yourself) to do something by controlling your behavior