definition of
[chasten]

[1] #1 chasten v. [chastise, castigate, objurgate, correct] censure severely; "She chastised him for his insensitive remarks". wn

[2] #2 chasten v. [moderate, temper] restrain. wn

[3] #3 chasten v. [tame, subdue] correct by punishment or discipline. wn