chasten
verbHow many syllables in chasten?
There are 2 syllables in the word chasten.How to pronounce chasten:
Definition of chasten:
- chasten (verb):
- purify
- restrain.
- to subdue (someone) by criticism
- to correct by punishment or suffering discipline
Synonyms for chasten:
afflict
alter
change
chastise
correct
cow
criticize
curb
discipline
fine
humble
humiliate
moderate
modify
penalize
punish
put in your place
repress
sentence
soften
subdue
tame
Antonyms for chasten:
acclaim
aggrandize
aggravate
agitate
aid
allow
animate
applaud
approve
arouse
assist
award
benefit
boost
build up
calm
cheer
comfort
commend
compliment
congratulate
delight
deliver
emancipate
embolden
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