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Subjugation

/ˌsʌbd͡ʒʊˈɡeɪʃən/ · noun

Meaning

The act of subjugating..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The act of subjugating.
  2. The state of being subjugated; forced control by others.

Example Sentences

Few concepts are as emotionally charged as that of race. The word conjures up a mixture of associations—culture, ethnicity, genetics, subjugation, exclusion and persecution. But is the tragic history of efforts to define groups of people by race really a matter of the misuse of science, the abuse of a valid biological concept?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does subjugation mean?

Subjugation means The act of subjugating..

What is a synonym for subjugation?

Common synonyms include conquest, oppression, subjection, conquering.

What is the opposite of subjugation?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use subjugation in a sentence?

Few concepts are as emotionally charged as that of race. The word conjures up a mixture of associations—culture, ethnicity, genetics, subjugation, exclusion and persecution. But is the tragic history of efforts to define groups of people by race really a matter of the misuse of science, the abuse of a valid biological concept?

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