adj

disciplined

DIH-sihp-lihnd

adj

Showing strong self-control and the ability to stick to a plan or routine.

"She was a disciplined athlete who never skipped a training session."

"The team played a disciplined, patient game rather than rushing forward."

How to Use Disciplined

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWell-controlled, organized, and consistent in behaviour or effort.

Common pairings

highly disciplined disciplined approach disciplined athlete

more disciplined comparative, most disciplined superlative

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She was a _____ athlete who never skipped a training session.

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