subjugation
/ˌsʌbdʒʊˈɡeɪʃən/
the action of bringing under domination or control
subjugation in a sentence
“The subjugation of the native population was brutal.”
Origin of subjugation
Latin subjugare (bring under the yoke), from sub- (under) + jugum (yoke)
Related Words
domination
the exercise of control or influence over others
supremacy
the state of being supreme; highest authority
jurisdiction
the official power to make legal decisions and judgments
prerogative
a right or privilege exclusive to a particular person or group
mandate
an official order or commission; authority granted by voters
edict
an official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority