subdue - Meaning in Tamil

subdue - Meaning in Tamil

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Definitions and Meaning of subdue in English

subdue verb

1. correct by punishment or discipline

   Synonyms

   tame, tame

2. bring under control by force or authority

   Examples

   • "conquer one's desires"
   • "stamp down on littering"
   • "suppress a nascent uprising"
3. make subordinate, dependent, or subservient

   Example

   • "Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler"
4. get on top of; deal with successfully

   Example

   • "He overcame his shyness"
5. hold within limits and control

   Examples

   • "mortify the flesh"
   • "subdue one's appetites"
6. put down by force or intimidation

   Examples

   • "China keeps down her dissidents very efficiently"
   • "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"
   • "The rich landowners subjugated the peasants working the land"

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