rigid discipline

[ˈrɪdʒɪd ˈdɪsəplɪn]
noun phrasepl: rigid disciplines
disciplina rígida
1. strict, inflexible enforcement of rules and standards with no allowance for deviation or exception
The military academy maintains rigid discipline among its cadets.
A academia militar mantém disciplina rígida entre seus cadetes.
2. severe control over behavior and conduct that leaves little room for personal freedom or flexibility
Her parents imposed rigid discipline on their children growing up.
Seus pais impuseram disciplina rígida nos filhos durante a infância.
3. strict adherence to established procedures and protocols without exceptions
Success in the sport requires rigid discipline and consistent training.
O sucesso no esporte requer disciplina rígida e treinamento consistente.
Rigid discipline is often associated with military and educational institutions in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian culture, it may be viewed as either a sign of strong authority (particularly in family contexts) or as overly authoritarian. In American contexts, rigid discipline is frequently discussed in debates about parenting styles, education policy, and workplace management.
NYC Slang
by the book
Synonyms / Sinônimos
strict disciplineiron disciplinestern disciplineaustere disciplineunbending discipline
Antonyms / Antônimos
flexibilityleniencypermissivenessloosenessflexibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disciplina rígida
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
disciplina rígida
Common in business and military contexts
Rio de Janeiro
disciplina rígida
Used similarly to other regions
Portugal
disciplina rigorosa
Portuguese prefer 'rigorosa' (rigorous) as alternative to 'rígida'

Related Words

disciplinaryregimentedstrictaustereinflexibleregimentobedience

Related Idioms & Phrases

run a tight ship
keep someone on a short leash
iron fist
zero tolerance
to keep someone under one's thumb
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