Meaning of the word subduing in English

What does subduing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

subduing

US /səbˈduːɪŋ/
UK /səbˈdjuːɪŋ/

Adjective

having the effect of making someone quieter or less confident

Example:
The teacher's stern gaze had a subduing effect on the noisy children.
The vastness of the desert had a subduing presence.
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