⚔️subjugate

verb
/ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

Meaning

to bring under control or domination, often by conquest
To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.

Example Sentences

The empire sought to subjugate neighboring lands.

The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.

Synonyms

conquer, dominate, enslave, suppress, overpower
Entry 1
conquer, dominate, enslave, suppress
Entry 2
conquer, overpower, dominate

Antonyms

liberate, free, release, empower
Entry 1
liberate, free, release
Entry 2
free, liberate, empower

Collocations

subjugate people, subjugate nation, subjugate land, subjugate population

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