as in willful
behaving in a way that is not properly controlled, organized, serious, etc.; lacking discipline
He has been very undisciplined about studying. undisciplined children
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Recent Examples of undisciplined
And then Brady Tkachuk took an undisciplined penalty near the end of the first period that led to Toronto’s first power-play goal in 31 opportunities in closeout games since 2018.
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Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 2 May 2025
The power play came roaring out of the gates against an undisciplined opponent.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
These people adhere to the idea that the common person is weak, undisciplined and unable to decide things for himself or herself.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
Sanders is pocket-mobile but often creates pressure and sacks with undisciplined drops.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
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Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 2 May 2025
The power play came roaring out of the gates against an undisciplined opponent.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
These people adhere to the idea that the common person is weak, undisciplined and unable to decide things for himself or herself.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
Sanders is pocket-mobile but often creates pressure and sacks with undisciplined drops.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undisciplined
Adjective
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Accreditors must put an end to schools’ willful ignorance of employment outcomes.—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Chief among them was immigration, after nearly four years of willful neglect at the border had left the party’s reputation in tatters.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Their relationship can be difficult as AM is stubborn and likes to have her way always.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Some of these infections stop on their own, but others are too stubborn, or too serious, to leave untreated.—
Sam Walters,
Discover Magazine,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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But Rawan is adamant that solving this will need more than just high-tech products.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Furious, Julian is adamant that Gabby wasn’t on the boat with Finn and Toby.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Inspired by 1953’s The Wild One starring Marlon Brando, the song and video captures the rebellious spirit of the cult classic, with scenes of a motorcycle being driven on an open road and birds in flight.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
4 June 2025
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Many historians estimate that at least 15 to 20 percent of the population remained loyal to the crown, some even taking up arms against their rebellious neighbors and fighting alongside the British.—
Greg Daugherty,
Smithsonian Magazine,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Portugal Portugal is cracking down on unruly behavior, especially in coastal hotspots like Albufeira, where tourists can be fined a staggering €1,500 (about $1,695) for walking around town in swimwear—and even higher penalties for public nudity.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Before the trim, the pup had an unruly white curly mane that covered her eyes.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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After the fight, Caputo continued to be uncooperative, according to the report, including with the EMT who checked her injuries.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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The president recently threatened to impose a 50 percent tariff on the EU, arguing the Europeans have been uncooperative and that negotiations haven’t gone far enough.—
Laura Kelly,
The Hill,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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The news organizations also found that Garrison employees frequently removed students from their classrooms and sent them to crisis rooms when the students were upset, disobedient or aggressive.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
20 May 2025
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Quinn’s group provides training for schools throughout Rhode Island and beyond, aimed at helping teachers understand how the brain functions in people with autism and offering strategies on how to effectively respond to behavior challenges that could easily be labeled disobedient or disorderly.—
Sarah Butrymowicz,
USA TODAY,
10 Apr. 2024
Adjective
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Kim Kardashian made a defiant walk into Paris' Palace of Justice in May, to face the criminals who held the reality star at gunpoint and robbed in 2016.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
6 June 2025
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In an era defined by digital speed, algorithmic curation, and disposable listening, Gearbox Records has carved out a defiant space for intentionality, sonic depth, and analog fidelity.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Undisciplined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undisciplined. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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