disciplined

adjective

dis·​ci·​plined ˈdi-sə-plənd How to pronounce disciplined (audio)
: marked by or possessing discipline
a disciplined mind

Examples of disciplined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This stone is excellent for grounding and protecting your energy, aligning well with Capricorn's practical and disciplined approach. Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 July 2024 Citing revenue growth and disciplined spending, the firm expects healthy margin expansion ahead. Sean Conlon, CNBC, 16 July 2024 The promise of stable, disciplined government will unlock investment. Prarthana Prakash, Fortune, 5 July 2024 Ukraine has been more innovative in its tactics and more disciplined in their execution. Lawrence D. Freedman, Foreign Affairs, 17 Feb. 2023 See all Example Sentences for disciplined 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disciplined was in the 14th century

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“Disciplined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disciplined. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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