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chasten

verb

/ˈtʃeɪ.sən/

Meaning

to correct or discipline; to humble or subdue

The coach chastened the team after their poor performance.

discipline, humble, correct, subdue, restrain

encourage, praise, reward

chasten pride, chasten spirit, chasten heart, chasten mind

to cut something quickly with scissors or a sharp tool

to cut into very small pieces; to walk with short quick steps

To look at someone in an unpleasant, sly, or sexually suggestive way.

To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.

to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself

to speak to God or a deity; to hope earnestly