subjugable

/'sʌbdʤugeibl/

Thân thiện

A small kingdom was subjugable by the larger empire.

Definition

Adjective: Capable of being brought under control, domination, or conquest; susceptible to being subdued or overpowered.

Usage

The word "subjugable" describes a person, group, or entity that can be conquered, dominated, or forced into submission. It is a formal term often used in historical, political, or military contexts.

Examples

• The general assessed whether the fortified city was subjugable with his current forces.
• Historically, smaller, disorganized tribes were often seen as more subjugable by expanding empires.
• The philosopher argued that no human spirit is truly subjugable in the long term.

Advanced Usage

• "Subjugable populations": Refers to groups of people perceived as vulnerable to conquest or political domination.
  • The invaders targeted the region's subjugable populations first.

Variants and Related Words

• Subjugate (verb): To bring under complete control or subjection; conquer.
  • The aim was to subjugate the entire territory.
• Subjugation (noun): The act of bringing someone or something under domination or control.
  • The people resisted subjugation for decades.

Synonyms

• Conquerable
• Vanquishable
• Subduable

Antonyms

• Invincible
• Unconquerable
• Indomitable

Học thuật

Adjective

1. susceptible to being subjugated

Từ đồng nghĩa

• subduable