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
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
adamantunshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding
oafa stupid person : boob
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
benisonblessing
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
tillerone that tills : cultivator