Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Chasten

• (v. t.) To correct by punishment; to inflict pain upon the purpose of reclaiming; to discipline; as, to chasten a son with a rod.
• (v. t.) To purify from errors or faults; to refine.

Synonyms of Chasten

• Purify
• Discipline
• Chastise
• Correct
• Castigate
• Improve
• Spiritualize
• Afflict
• Refine.

Antonyms of Chasten

• Indulge
• Sensualize
• Brutalize
• Degrade
• Corrupt
• Pamper
• Carnalize
• Spoil
• Demoralize.

Homophones of Chasten

• Chaisson
• Chasen