Rules And Regulations Terminology

3 words in this vocabulary list

adjective showing controlled behavior or way of working; showing a high level of self-control

  • The disciplined approach to project management ensured timely completion of the tasks.
  • He is so disciplined when it comes to his workout routine.
  • She's really disciplined about sticking to her budget.
  • The disciplined mind is like a well-oiled machine, always focused and efficient.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word governing and usually preceding a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

  • It is important for everyone to stay in line during the ceremony.
  • Hey, make sure you stay in line when we enter the building.
  • Dude, don't be a rebel, just stay in line like everyone else.
  • In order to succeed, you must stay in line with the company's goals and values.

verb present participle of the verb 'stifle', meaning to suffocate or suppress

adjective causing difficulty in breathing; suffocating

  • The stifling heat of the room made it difficult to focus on the presentation.
  • I can't stand this stifling weather, I need some fresh air.
  • This party is so stifling, let's go somewhere else.
  • The stifling atmosphere in the office made it hard to express new ideas.