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
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
tremulouscharacterized by or affected with trembling or tremors
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
crypticsecret
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
roseateresembling a rose especially in color
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable