disciplined

adjective

dis·​ci·​plined ˈdi-sə-plənd 

: marked by or possessing discipline

a disciplined mind

trying to be more disciplined about exercising daily

… a very disciplined fighting force …

—Ellen Ioanes

Examples of disciplined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Our work has to stay focused on practical improvement and disciplined growth. — Shelley Simpson, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

However, industry leaders caution against haphazard AI adoption, emphasizing that strategic, disciplined implementation is crucial to avoid significant financial pitfalls. — Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Her answer was polished, disciplined and almost certainly the safest response available. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026

These results reflect disciplined execution and give us the confidence to raise our full-year guidance for revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing disciplined

• self-disciplined

Rhymes for disciplined

• undisciplined