As adjectives the difference between spunky and disciplined
is that spunky is spirited or plucky while disciplined is possessing mental discipline.
As a verb disciplined is
(discipline).
spunky
English
Adjective
(er)
Spirited or plucky.
(UK) Pertaining to or like spunk (semen).
(UK) Stained with semen.
disciplined
English
Adjective
(
en adjective)
Possessing mental discipline.
Punished for disobedience.
Under control.
Verb
(head)
(discipline)