Subdue Definition & Meaning
subdue
- verb
- put down by force or intimidation; "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"; "China keeps down her dissidents very efficiently"; "The rich landowners subjugated the peasants working the land"
- to put down by force or authority; "suppress a nascent uprising"; "stamp down on littering"; "conquer one's desires"
- hold within limits and control; "subdue one's appetites"; "mortify the flesh"
- get on top of; deal with successfully; "He overcame his shyness"
- make subordinate, dependent, or subservient; "Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler"
- correct by punishment or discipline
"Subdue" in song lyrics
See how subdue is used in real songs:
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"Ever ready to subdue"
Soundscape f/ Poetree — Truth -
"True, true, any rapper will subdue"
X-Clan — Fire & Earth (100% Natural) -
"Upon the moment did her force subdue,"
William Shakespeare — A Lover's Complaint
Words that rhyme with subdue
Usage tips for "subdue"
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