subdue

verb

1. put down by force or intimidation"The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"
2. bring under control by force or authority"suppress a nascent uprising"
3. hold within limits and control"subdue one's appetites"
4. get on top of; deal with successfully"He overcame his shyness"
5. make subordinate, dependent, or subservient"Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler"
6. correct by punishment or discipline