discipline

/ˈdɪ.sə.plɪn/noun

The ability to control your own behavior; self-control.

Example sentence

“It takes real discipline to practice the piano every single day.”

Also a field of study: physics and history are disciplines. As a verb it can mean to punish.

Related words

curriculumThe full range of subjects and lessons taught at a school, college, or university.knowledgeInformation and understanding about a subject, place, or situation that a person has gained.diplomaAn official certificate from a school or college confirming that a student has finished a course of study or earned a degree.assignmentThe act of handing out a job or duties, or the task that is given.principalRanking first in importance; main or chief.tuitionThe money paid for teaching, especially the fees charged by a college, university, or private school.