subdue

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/səbˈdjuː/ English

Definitions

verb

To overcome, quieten, or bring under control.
To bring (a country) under control by force.

Related words

Synonyms

underbring keep down inhibit repress suppress conquer quash reduce overcome get over subjugate surmount mortify tame chasten master curb

Associated

olid rebellious subdued prey venom revolt rebellion rebels unconscious uprising demon

Rhymes

blue slew pursue true view construe hitherto eschew purview imbue

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