⚔️subdue

verb
/səbˈdjuː/

Meaning

To bring under control, especially by force; to overcome or quiet.

Example Sentences

The army was able to subdue the rebellion quickly.

Example Expressions

subdue one’s emotions

Synonyms

conquer, suppress, overcome, defeat, control

Antonyms

encourage, release, surrender

Collocations

subdue anger, subdue rebellion, subdue emotions

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