moderate vs subdue

subdue vs moderate

moderate is a noun but subdue is not a noun.

moderate is an adjective but subdue is not an adjective.

moderate and subdue both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
moderate	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
subdue	No	No	Yes	No

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

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

Other hyponyms of moderate include conquer, stamp down, suppress, damp, crucify, mortify, abnegate, deny, train, catch, bate, thermostat, counteract, countercheck.

moderate (noun)	subdue (noun)
a person who takes a position in the political center

moderate (adjective)	subdue (adjective)
being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme
not extreme
marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

moderate (verb)	subdue (verb)
make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else	correct by punishment or discipline
make less fast or intense	bring under control by force or authority
preside over	make subordinate, dependent, or subservient
make less strong or intense; soften	get on top of; deal with successfully
make less severe or harsh	hold within limits and control
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits	put down by force or intimidation

Difference between moderate and subdue

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