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
antiquatedoutmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
superimposeto place or lay over or above something
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
flinchto withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince
quenchput out
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
rationalhaving reason or understanding