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.

Random words

WordMeaning
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
scrapfragments of discarded or leftover food
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
demurto take exception : object
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
provisionthe act or process of providing
museto become absorbed in thought
facultyability