Definition of Subdue
Subdue
sub·due
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To overcome or restrain someone or something by force or persuasion.
e.g. The police had to subdue the violent protester with pepper spray.
(verb)
to bring some feeling or impulse under control, typically using one's willpower;
e.g. She had to subdue the urge to scream when something grabbed her leg in the dark.
(verb)
to conquer some opponent and gain control over it, especially to take control of a population or country using force;
e.g. The invaders were able to subdue the country's army and invade its fortress.
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