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
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
spoofdeceive
dissentto withhold assent or approval
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge