All 3 Uses of
subdue
in
Ulysses by James Joyce
- Mr Dedalus said in subdued wonder.†
Chpt 6
- VOICES: (Subdued) For the Caliph.†
Chpt 15 *
- With indirect and direct verbal allusions or affirmations: with subdued affection and admiration: with description: with impediment: with suggestion.†
Chpt 17
Definition:
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(subdue as a verb as in: subdued the opposition) to control, prevent, or make less intense -- sometimes through forceThe exact meaning of subdue depends upon its context. For example:
- "subdued a nation" -- defeated militarily and brought under control
- "subdued the fever" -- made it less intense or defeated it
- "subdued her enthusiasm" -- made it less intense
- "subdued her fears" -- made them less intense or overcame them
- "subdued my emotions" -- kept them under control
- "subdued the crowd" -- quieted or controlled it