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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supposititiousfraudulently substituted : spurious
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addlerotten
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headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
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