GRE Word List
CHASTISE
to censure severely : castigate
The meaning of the word chastise is to censure severely : castigate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| attribute | a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |
| ornate | marked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric |