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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proximity | the quality or state of being proximate : closeness |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |
| cleft | a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure |
| render | to melt down |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| expletive | a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense |
| submissive | submitting to others |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |
| guffaw | a loud or boisterous burst of laughter |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |