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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

disciplining

/dɪˈskɪplɪɳɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does disciplining mean?

verb

The act of training or developing self-control, or the process of correcting or punishing someone for misbehavior. This can be done through positive reinforcement or negative consequences.

Example

"The teacher was disciplining the student for talking back in class."

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