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discipline

/ˈdɪsəplɪn/
English Definition
n. self-control; v. train
中文释义
纪律,训练
Example Sentence

The study of ancient Greek philosophy requires rigorous discipline in reading primary texts and analyzing logical arguments.

研究古希腊哲学需要在阅读原始文本和分析逻辑论证方面进行严格的训练。

Synonyms
self-control training regulation
Antonyms
indiscipline neglect
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
disciplin(subject)+e(name)
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “discipline”?

  1. A People who are the offspring of an ancestor
  2. B The way in which something is made up
  3. C Something that blocks way
  4. D Self-control; v. train
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D — Self-control; v. train. “discipline” means self-control; v. train.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “self-control; v. train”?

  1. A composition
  2. B descendant
  3. C discipline
  4. D obstacle
Show answer

C — discipline. “discipline” means self-control; v. train.

Common questions about “discipline”

What does “discipline” mean?

discipline — self-control; v. train. In Chinese: 纪律,训练.

How do you pronounce “discipline”?

discipline is pronounced /ˈdɪsəplɪn/.

How is “discipline” used in a sentence?

The study of ancient Greek philosophy requires rigorous discipline in reading primary texts and analyzing logical arguments. (研究古希腊哲学需要在阅读原始文本和分析逻辑论证方面进行严格的训练。)

What are synonyms for “discipline”?

self-control, training, regulation — all close in meaning to discipline (self-control; v. train).

What is the opposite of “discipline”?

indiscipline, neglect — each the opposite of discipline (self-control; v. train).

Is “discipline” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. discipline is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “discipline”?

disciplin(subject)+e(name)

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