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Subdue vs Subduable - What's the difference?

subdue | subduable |

As a verb subdue

is to overcome, quieten, or bring under control.

As an adjective subduable is

that can be subdued; domitable.

subdue

English

Verb

(subdu)
  • To overcome, quieten, or bring under control.
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  • To bring (a country) under control by force.

    • Synonyms

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    subduable

    English

    Adjective

    (-)
  • That can be subdued; domitable.

    • Antonyms

    * unsubduable