Question

Choose the appropriate synonym of the given word-
Subjugate
a) Capitulate
b) Conquer
c) Wither
d) Confuse

Answer 1

Hint:The dictionary meaning of the given word “subjugate” is “bring under domination or control, especially by conquest. For example, The invaders had soon subjugated most of the population.

Complete answer:
To subjugate someone is to bring under complete control or subjection, conquer; master. To make submissive or subservient; enslave. It is a verb. Subjugation is a state of being under control or secondary. When a culture keeps women inferior to men and doesn’t let them advance, is an example of subjugation.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct answer :
Option ‘a’ is Capitulate. It is a verb which means to cease or to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; yield. For example The patriots had to capitulate to the enemy forces.
Option ‘b’ is Conquer. It is a verb which means to overcome and take control of (a place or people) by military force. For example he conquered Cyprus.
Option ‘c’ is Wither. It is a verb which means (of a plant) becomes dry and shriveled. For example : The grass had withered to an unappealing brown.
Option ‘d’ is Confuse. It is a verb which means to make (someone) bewildered or perplexed. For example past and present blurred together, confusing her still further.
As we have analyzed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct answer. Here, the synonym of the given word “subjugate” is “conquer”. Hence, option ‘b’ is the correct answer.

Note:
Don’t get confused between ‘capitulate' and ‘conquer’. Someone who conquers may capitulate but someone who capitulates doesn’t necessarily conquer.