GRE Word List

CHASTISE

to censure severely : castigate

The meaning of the word chastise is to censure severely : castigate.

Random words

WordMeaning
cravenlacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted
ascribeto 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
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
archipelagoan expanse of water with many scattered islands
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
plummetto fall perpendicularly
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
encompassinclude
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence