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 |
|---|---|
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| maroon | a dark red |
| infamous | having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil |
| slovenly | untidy especially in personal appearance |