GRE Word List

CHASTEN

to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline

The meaning of the word chasten is to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline.

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WordMeaning
vitalof the utmost importance
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
impedimentsomething that impedes
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
cremateto subject to cremation
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
beneficentdoing or producing good
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt