subdue

verb

1. 1

   correct by punishment or discipline

2. 2

   to put down by force or authority

   suppress a nascent uprising

   stamp down on littering

3. 3

   make subordinate, dependent, or subservient

   Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler

4. 4

   get on top of; deal with successfully

   He overcame his shyness

5. 5

   hold within limits and control

   subdue one's appetites

   mortify the flesh

6. 6

   put down by force or intimidation

   The government quashes any attempt of an uprising

   China keeps down her dissidents very efficiently