chasten
verbDivide chasten into syllables:
chas · ten
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:
chastisedisciplinefinepenalizehumiliatealtercowcriticizesentencechangeShow 11 more
Antonyms for chasten:
encourageapplaudyieldapproveliberateagitateprotectpardonrewardcalmShow 15 more
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