VDict - Definition of chasten

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chasten

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Verb

correct by punishment or discipline

restrain

censure severely
- She chastised him for his insensitive remarks

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Synonyms:
tame subdue moderate temper chastise castigate objurgate correct

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Words pronounced/spelled similarly to "chasten":
chadian catena caxton chitin chiton cast on chasten
Words contain "chasten":
chasten chasteness chastening

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