disciplined

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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

disciplined

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past tense and past participle of discipline entry 2

Examples of disciplined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

In an ideal world, the Dolphins would be a disciplined team like Tony Sparano’s was during his tenure. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2026

These businesses are also more disciplined about growth itself. — Richard McSweeney, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Nothing if not original, Werner Herzog’s Bucking Fastard casts Kate and Rooney Mara as Irish sisters who speak, think and move in unison, an impressive feat of disciplined acting that exerts its own peculiar fascination. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

With median monthly costs around $4,800 to buy versus $2,800 to rent, experts say disciplined renters can invest the difference and potentially reach homeownership — or long-term wealth — faster. — Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing disciplined

• self-disciplined

Rhymes for disciplined

• undisciplined