chasten
US /ˈtʃeɪ.sən/
UK /ˈtʃeɪ.sən/
动词
抑制, 惩戒, 使谦逊
to have a restraining or moderating effect on
示例:
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The experience of failure can chasten one's arrogance.
失败的经历可以抑制一个人的傲慢。
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He was chastened by the criticism and decided to work harder.
他被批评所警醒，决定更加努力工作。