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 |
|---|---|
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| slander | to utter slander against : defame |
| disgorge | to discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| grisly | inspiring horror or intense fear |
| verdigris | a green or greenish-blue poisonous pigment resulting from the action of acetic acid on copper and consisting of one or more basic copper acetates |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| flippant | lacking proper respect or seriousness |