Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chastened

adjective
/ˈtʃeɪsənd/
Definition
To be subdued or made humble; often as a result of experience or reprimand.
Examples
  • After her mistakes, she felt chastened and determined to do better next time.
  • The chastened athlete took his coach’s advice to heart and worked harder than ever.
  • His chastened attitude showed that he had learned from his past errors.
Meaning
Feeling less proud or more reflective due to a lesson learned or a corrective experience.
Synonyms
  • Subdued
  • Humbled
  • Corrected
  • Restrain
  • Reprimanded