hold in vs subdue

hold in and subdue both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
hold in	No	No	Yes	No
subdue	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, subdue is a hyponym of hold in; that is, subdue is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than hold in:

hold in: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
subdue: bring under control by force or authority

hold in (verb)	subdue (verb)
hold back; keep from being perceived by others	correct by punishment or discipline
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits	bring under control by force or authority
close in	make subordinate, dependent, or subservient
	get on top of; deal with successfully
	hold within limits and control
	put down by force or intimidation