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Chasten (Verb)

Change by restraining or moderating.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The experience of being lost in the wilderness helped to chasten his reckless behavior and taught him to appreciate the value of caution.
His initial enthusiasm was chastened by the realization that the project would require a lot more resources than he had initially anticipated.
After losing his fortune in a bad investment, he felt chastened and vowed to be more prudent with his finances in the future.
The tragic event served to chasten the community's festive mood and reminded everyone of the importance of safety.
As she gained more experience in her field, her earlier hubris was chastened by the knowledge of her own limitations and the complexity of the challenges she faced.

Correct by punishment or discipline.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The misbehaving child was chastened by her parents after she disobeyed them for the third time that day.
The coach's harsh words were meant to chasten the team for their lackluster performance in the championship game.
The scandal was a severe blow to the politician's reputation, serving as a public reminder to chasten his future behavior.
Disciplinary action was taken to chasten the employee for violating company policies.
The severe punishment was intended to chasten the teenager for his reckless driving habits.

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

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The harsh criticism from her teacher chastened her and made her work harder on her project.
Her outspoken views on social issues often lead to her being chastened by those with opposing views.
The coach's public chastening of the player for his poor performance was seen as an overreaction by many fans.
After realizing the harm his actions had caused, he felt chastened and made a genuine apology to those affected.
She was chastened by her parents for breaking the expensive vase, and she promised to be more careful in the future.