discipline — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

discipline (/ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/)

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🔊 /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/

Meaning

Meaning: controlled, consistent effort

Discipline is the practice of training oneself to act in a controlled, consistent way. Speakers say discipline turns goals into habits.

Examples

🗣 Daily discipline matters more than occasional bursts of effort.

Etymology

From Latin ‘disciplina’, meaning instruction or training.

How & Where It’s Used

A staple of talks on habits, mastery, and achievement.

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Tags: habit, character

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