disciplinarian
/ˌdɪsəplɪˈnɛriən/
noun
- A person who enforces strict rules and expects obedience, especially in a school, family, or organization.
- The sergeant was a tough disciplinarian who demanded precision from every soldier.
- The principal was known as a strict disciplinarian who did not tolerate misbehavior.
- Her father was a gentle man but a firm disciplinarian when it came to homework.
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adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of a person who enforces strict discipline.
- The coach's disciplinarian methods were unpopular but effective.
- His disciplinarian style of parenting left little room for negotiation.
- The teacher had a disciplinarian attitude that kept the class orderly.
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