disciplined

adjective

dis·​ci·​plined ˈdi-sə-plənd How to pronounce disciplined (audio)
: marked by or possessing discipline
a disciplined mind

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Anecdotal evidence and formal studies alike point out that women, on average, may achieve higher returns by sticking to disciplined strategies, trading less frequently and focusing on fundamentals. Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 First-year San Diego Legion coach John Manenti entered the Major League Rugby season wanting to see his team play a disciplined and physical style. Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025 But how to do it in a responsible, disciplined way that ensures Ukraine's sovereignty and security matters. Obed Manuel, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025 The Bottom Line While 2024 showed some recovery in the venture capital market, the data suggests a more measured, disciplined startup funding environment has emerged post-2021. Kyle Westaway, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for disciplined

Word History

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 13 Mar. 2025.

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