GRE Word List
CHASTISE
to censure severely : castigate
The meaning of the word chastise is to censure severely : castigate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| craven | lacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| perennial | present at all seasons of the year |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| pulsate | to throb or move rhythmically : vibrate |
| plummet | to fall perpendicularly |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| encompass | include |
| gall | brazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence |