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DISCIPLINES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Disciplines.

Disciplines - 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)
trait
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
indiscipline

Training to improve strength or self-control

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
groomingpreparationtraining
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of disciplining

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correction
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
penalisationpenalizationpenaltypunishment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disciplines - 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)
checkconditiontrain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
developmake grow
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

Example: "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correctsort out

Example Sentences

"Physics and chemistry are two examples of scientific disciplines."
"She has a degree in social sciences and has studied various disciplines within this field."
"The university offers courses in a wide range of disciplines, including history, mathematics, and literature."
"Athletics, dance, and music are some of the disciplines taught at the performing arts school."
"Medical students must learn various disciplines such as anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology."
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Word Game Points

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

DISCIPLINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DISCIPLINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disciplines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISCIPLINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DISCIPLINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disciplines is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISCIPLINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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