무력이나 권위를 사용하여 사람, 집단 또는 국가를 굴복시키거나 통제하에 두다.
To bring a person, group, or nation under control by using force or authority.
예문:
"The government deployed troops to subdue the growing rebellion in the northern provinces."
"It took several months for the invading army to fully subdue the local population."
"Police officers worked quickly to subdue the suspect before anyone else was hurt."
감정, 충동 또는 신체적 욕구를 억누르거나 다스려 가라앉히다.
To overcome, quieten, or bring under control a feeling, impulse, or physical desire.
예문:
"She struggled to subdue her rising anger during the heated debate."
"He managed to subdue his natural instinct to flee from the dangerous situation."
통증, 염증 또는 빛의 세기 등을 완화하거나 누그러뜨리다.
To reduce the intensity of something, such as pain, inflammation, or light.
예문:
"The doctor prescribed a new ointment to help subdue the inflammation in his joints."
"We used thick curtains to subdue the harsh glare of the afternoon sun."