disciplined

adjective

dis·​ci·​plined ˈdi-sə-plənd How to pronounce disciplined (audio)
Synonyms of disciplinednext
: marked by or possessing discipline
a disciplined mind
trying to be more disciplined about exercising daily
… a very disciplined fighting force …—Ellen Ioanes

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Those lessons have produced a more disciplined, operationally focused company, one that has invested heavily in internal systems, construction capabilities, and leadership to support responsible growth at scale. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026 Just as importantly, Cramer said memory makers have become more disciplined. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026 And the nerves from the very beginning led to this very disciplined approach to trying to fully take over the character and take ownership over his life. — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026 This means your spending habits are more unconventional than your wise and disciplined persona portrays. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disciplined

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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 20 Aug. 2026.

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