Words Related To Discipline

verb to discipline or punish in order to correct or improve behavior

adjective having a chastening or disciplining effect

• The teacher's harsh words were meant to chasten the students for their unruly behavior.
• My parents always chasten me when I forget to do my chores.
• I got chastened by my boss for being late to work again.
• The failure of his business venture served to chasten his overly optimistic attitude towards entrepreneurship.

verb to refuse to obey a rule, law, or someone in authority

• It is important to never disobey a direct order from your superior in the military.
• Don't disobey your mom's rules if you want to avoid getting grounded.
• I ain't gonna disobey my boss, he's got the power to fire me.
• Sometimes it's necessary to disobey the rules in order to stand up for what is right.