GRE Word List

CHASTISE

to censure severely : castigate

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

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WordMeaning
cadeta younger brother or son
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
fortuitousoccurring by chance
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as
tactfulhaving or showing tact
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable