Self-Discipline Vocabulary

noun habit - a settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up

• It is important to break any bad habit that may be hindering your productivity.
• I know it's a bad habit, but I can't help biting my nails when I'm nervous.
• Eating junk food late at night is such a bad habit, bro.
• Procrastination is a bad habit that can slowly chip away at your success.

verb To apply oneself diligently to a task or goal; to work hard and focus on completing a task

• In order to meet the deadline, we need to knuckle down and focus on the task at hand.
• Hey, let's knuckle down and finish this project before the end of the day.
• Come on, guys, let's knuckle down and get this done ASAP.
• It's time to knuckle down and tackle the challenges ahead with determination and perseverance.

verb to cause (someone) to remember something; to prompt someone to recall a past event or memory

• I just wanted to remind you about the upcoming meeting scheduled for tomorrow.
• Hey, just a quick reminder that we have plans this weekend.
• Just a heads up, don't forget about the party tonight.
• His actions remind me of a ticking time bomb, ready to explode at any moment.

noun a person who perseveres

adjective showing continued effort and determination

• Despite facing numerous setbacks, she remained perseverant in pursuing her academic goals.
• He's a really perseverant guy, always working hard to achieve his dreams.
• She's a total badass, so perseverant in everything she does.
• Like a tree with deep roots, his perseverant spirit weathered through the storm of challenges.