1. the act of bringing someone or something under complete control; the state of being conquered or dominated

Examples

• The subjugation of the native peoples lasted for centuries.
• The dictator’s subjugation of the press silenced all opposition voices.
• Many fought against the subjugation of their homeland by foreign invaders.
• The subjugation of women’s rights was a hallmark of that oppressive regime.
• Economic subjugation kept the colony dependent on its rulers.
• The rebels refused to accept subjugation and continued their resistance.