Meaning Of The Word Chasten

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What's The Definition Of Chasten?

chasten
If you are chastened by something, it makes you regret that you have behaved badly or stupidly.

chasten in American English
to punish in order to correct or make better; chastise
transitive verb: to inflict suffering upon for purposes of moral improvement; chastise

chasten in British English
to bring to a state of submission; subdue; tame

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