Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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trounce | No | No | Yes | No |
subdue | No | No | Yes | No |
trounce (verb) | subdue (verb) |
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censure severely or angrily | correct by punishment or discipline |
come out better in a competition, race, or conflict | bring under control by force or authority |
beat severely with a whip or rod | make subordinate, dependent, or subservient |
get on top of; deal with successfully | |
hold within limits and control | |
put down by force or intimidation |