Resubjugated: meaning, definitions and examples
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resubjugated
[ ˌriːˈsʌb.dʒʊ.ɡeɪ.tɪd ]
political context
Resubjugated means to bring under control or dominance again after a period of freedom or independence. This term is often used in historical or political discussions where a group or nation has regained control over its territories or people that were previously liberated but have been dominated again.
Synonyms
dominated, reconquered, repressed, subdued
Examples of usage
- The empire resubjugated the territory after the rebellion.
- After the treaty, the nation was resubjugated under foreign rule.
- Attempts to resubjugate the provinces met with fierce resistance.
- The regime resubjugated the population with oppressive measures.
Etymology
The term 'resubjugated' derives from the prefix 're-' meaning again and the root 'subjugate,' which comes from the Latin 'subjugare.' 'Subjugare' is composed of 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'jugare' meaning 'to yoke.' Together, they imply a forceful dominance or control over someone or something. The word entered the English language around the 15th century, initially used in a military context, signifying the act of conquering a defeated enemy again. Over time, its usage expanded to describe various forms of control in social, political, and economic contexts. The concept of resubjugation often carries a historical weight, reminding us of cycles of oppression and the struggle for autonomy throughout human history.