vt.

1. （为了使人改正或变好而）惩罚（人）；磨炼
   He was chastened by the accident; he had nearly died.

   那次事故使他变得谨慎了；当时他差点送命。

2. 抑制，节制；使和缓
   Age has chastened his violent temper.

   随着年龄的增长，他暴躁的脾气变温和了。

3. 使纯洁；洗练（文体）

v.

1. (of a reproof or misfortune) have a restraining or demoralizing effect on.
2. archaic (especially of God) discipline; punish.