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subjugation

/ˌsʌbdʒʊˈɡeɪʃən/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The act of bringing a population or a region under the political control of another using force or intimidation.

    - "The subjugation of the native population by the colonial powers was a long and brutal process."
    - "The subjugation of the rebellious province was completed in record time."

Synonyms

conquest
Rhymes
Words rhyming with subjugation
ajugation , agitation , frustration
Variants
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subjugate , subjugated , subjugates , subjugating , subjugation , subjugations , subjugator , subjugators
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'subjugare', meaning 'to bring under the yoke'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'subjugation' was first used in English in the 15th century.

  2. Subjugation is a common theme in science fiction, where it often refers to the enslavement of humans by extraterrestrial beings.


Related Concepts
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  1. Colonialism: The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

  2. Domination: The exercise of authority or control over someone or something.


Culture
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Subjugation has been a common theme in literature and history, often portraying the power dynamics between dominant and subjugated groups. It has been used to describe the oppression of various populations, including racial, ethnic, and gender minorities.

How to Memorize "subjugation"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a powerful army conquering and ruling over a weaker population.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the idea of control and dominance.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym SUBJUGATE: Subjugation Under Brings Justified, Unquestioned Government And Total, Absolute, Effective control.


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