taming

VERB

domesticate, make compliant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conquer curb pacify restrain soften subdue suppress temper vanquish

STRONG

break bridle bust check discipline domesticize domiciliate enslave gentle house-train housebreak humble mitigate mute repress subjugate train

WEAK

break in break the spirit bring to heel tone down water down

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agitate encourage fail incite irritate lose release surrender upset

STRONG

aid allow fix free help let go liberate mend permit

Example Sentences

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Bank of Korea Gov. Shin Hyun-song warned against falling behind the curve on taming inflation, signaling growing urgency for policymakers to act before it is too late.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Alberto Fujimori led Peru through the turbulent 1990s, crushing Maoist Shining Path rebels and taming hyperinflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Each of those areas is packed with side quests and activities, ranging from fishing and arm wrestling to taming animals.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

His remarks rocketed around social media, arresting sliding stocks and taming spiking oil prices.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

It felt good to be a part of something as big as taming the Mississippi.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson