Subjection

Pronunciation: /səbˈdʒɛkʃən/

Definitions of subjection

noun the state of being under the control or authority of someone else

Example Sentences

A1 The subjection of the prisoner was necessary for the safety of the guards.

A2 The subjection of the workers to long hours of labor was unfair.

B1 The subjection of animals to cruel experiments is unethical.

B2 The subjection of citizens to unjust laws led to protests.

C1 The subjection of individuals to systemic discrimination must be addressed by society.

C2 The subjection of a minority group to oppression can have long-lasting effects on society.

Examples of subjection in a Sentence

formal Citizens should not be under the subjection of unjust laws.

informal I don't want to be under anyone's subjection, man.

slang I'm not gonna let that teacher keep me in subjection like that.

figurative Her mind was under the subjection of fear, preventing her from taking risks.

Grammatical Forms of subjection

• past tense: subjected
• plural: subjections
• comparative: more subjected
• superlative: most subjected
• present tense: subject
• future tense: will subject
• perfect tense: have subjected
• continuous tense: is subjecting
• singular: subjection
• positive degree: subjected
• infinitive: to subject
• gerund: subjecting
• participle: subjected

Origin and Evolution of subjection

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'subjection' originated from the Latin word 'subiectio', which comes from the verb 'subicere' meaning 'to throw or place under'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'subjection' has evolved to refer to the act of bringing someone or something under control or authority, often through force or coercion. It is commonly used in the context of domination or oppression.