Answer: chastens

AnswerCrossword Clue
CHASTENSPunishes
CHASTENSDisciplines
CHASTENSTakes to task
CHASTENSSubdues.
CHASTENSJumps on
CHASTENSReproves
chastens(esp. of God) Discipline; punish
chastens(of a reproof or misfortune) Have a restraining or moderating effect on
chastensCHASTEN, to chastise (to discipline by punishment)