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 |
|---|---|
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| translucent | permitting the passage of light: |
| extrapolation | to predict by projecting past experience or known data |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| beeline | a straight direct course |
| proscenium | the stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater |
| premonition | previous notice or warning : forewarning |
| respiration | the movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs |