1. The act of bringing under control or conquest; the state of being conquered or enslaved
The subjugation of the native peoples lasted for centuries.
A subjugação dos povos nativos durou séculos.
2. The process of making someone or something submit to authority or control
The dictator's subjugation of the press prevented free speech.
A subjugação da imprensa pelo ditador impediu a liberdade de expressão.
3. Suppression or domination of a person, group, or nation
Colonial subjugation caused immense suffering.
A subjugação colonial causou sofrimento imenso.