noun
- people who believe in or practice strict discipline and order
Usage: plural form of disciplinarian
Examples
- The new principals were known as strict disciplinarians who enforced school rules firmly.
- Military disciplinarians believe that order and structure are essential for success.
- Some parents are natural disciplinarians while others prefer a more relaxed approach.
- The coach and his assistants were disciplinarians who demanded punctuality from all players.
- Victorian-era teachers were often harsh disciplinarians who used corporal punishment.
- Modern disciplinarians focus on consistent consequences rather than physical punishment.