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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WordMeaning
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
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credentialwarranting credit or confidence
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
submissivesubmitting to others
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devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)