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
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
gibberishunintelligible or meaningless language:
gullibleeasily duped or cheated
confidantone to whom secrets are entrusted
annihilateto cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains
sacrosanctmost sacred or holy : inviolable
sleightdeceitful craftiness
apiarya place where bees are kept
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal