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Meaning of subjugates
The primary meaning of the word "subjugates" is to bring someone or something under control or domination.
Etymology of subjugates
The word "subjugates" originates from the Latin words "sub" meaning under and "jugare" meaning to bring under the yoke, with historical usage dating back to the 15th century
It has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act of conquering or dominating someone or something
Synonyms
conquers
dominates
subdues
suppresses
overwhelms
overpowers
enslaves
enslaving
vanquishes
subordinates
tyrannizes
oppresses
persecutes
intimidates
coerces
compels
forces
constrains
represses
crushes
overwhelms
subjugating
dominating
conquering
enslavement
subordination
tyranny
oppression
persecution
intimidation
coercion
compulsion
constraint
repression
Definitions
- To bring someone or something under control or domination, typically by force or coercion
- * To make someone or something subordinate or obedient
Usage Examples
- The empire subjugates the smaller nations through military force and economic coercion
- * The new policy subjugates individual freedom to the needs of the collective
Antonyms
liberates
frees
emancipates
empowers
autonomizes
independence
self-governance
sovereignty
equality
justice
fairness
freedom
release
liberation
emancipation
empowerment
autonomy
self-rule
democratization
decentralization