disciplinary
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for disciplinary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to punishment or rules meant to enforce good behaviour.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
disciplinal
Antonyms
How to use disciplinary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
disciplinary action
disciplinary hearing
disciplinary committee
Etymology
From Latin disciplina, "instruction, training," the same source as "discipline."
Full origin of disciplinary →Frequently asked questions
What does “disciplinary” mean?
The word “disciplinary” means relating to punishment or rules meant to enforce good behaviour. In plain terms, to do with punishing rule-breaking, or with a specific field of study.
How do you pronounce “disciplinary”?
“Disciplinary” is pronounced dih-sih-PLIH-nuh-ree (/ˈdɪs.ə.pləˌnɛɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “disciplinary” in a sentence?
Here is “disciplinary” used in a sentence: “He faced disciplinary action after missing three shifts without notice.”
What part of speech is “disciplinary”?
“Disciplinary” is an adjective.
Where does the word “disciplinary” come from?
The word “disciplinary” comes from Latin. From Latin disciplina, "instruction, training," the same source as "discipline.".
Is “disciplinary” a common word?
“Disciplinary” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “disciplinary” have?
“Disciplinary” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to punishment or rules meant to enforce good behaviour.
What is the difference between "disciplinary" and "punitive"?
"Disciplinary" refers broadly to punishment or rules meant to enforce good behavior, such as a workplace disciplinary policy, while "punitive" specifically emphasizes punishment as the goal, often with a harsher connotation. Disciplinary actions can include warnings or corrective steps, not only punishment.
What is a "disciplinary hearing"?
A "disciplinary hearing" is a formal meeting held to address alleged misconduct and decide on any disciplinary action, commonly used in workplace or academic settings. It follows rules meant to ensure a fair process before any punishment is applied.
How is "disciplinary" used to describe academic subjects?
In academic contexts, "disciplinary" can describe something relating to a particular field of study, as in "disciplinary boundaries" or "interdisciplinary research," which combines multiple fields. This sense is distinct from the rule-enforcement meaning and instead relates to academic disciplines.
