Associations to the word «Chastening» - Word Associations Network

Noun

CHASTEN, verb. To punish (in order to bring about improvement in behavior, attitude, etc.); to restrain, moderate

CHASTEN, verb. To make chaste; to purify.

CHASTEN, verb. To punish or reprimand for the sake of improvement; to discipline.

CHASTEN, verb. To render humble or restrained.

CHASTEN, verb. Censure severely; "She chastised him for his insensitive remarks".

CHASTEN, verb. Restrain.

CHASTEN, verb. Correct by punishment or discipline.

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.

Charles de Gaulle