Chastens

Synonyms for "chastens" (98 found)

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Closest matches (20)

chastise tame abate allay alleviate assuage attemper avenge bank the fire blunt bring to account bring to book call to account castigate chaste

Verb(5 words)

behedge bind castigate chastise check

Strong matches (29)

constrain control correct curb damp dampen de emphasize de-emphasize deaden deal with diminish discipline downplay dull extenuate humble inflict upon keep within bounds lay lenify

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lessen lighten make an example of masthead

Verb(5 words)

correct discipline hamshackle hold down limit

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The Lord chastens those he loves.

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The Lord chastens those whom he loves.

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