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TAMING

(adj., adj.sat, verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Taming.

Taming - as an adjective

Very restrained or quiet

Example: "A tame christmas party"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
wild8

Brought from wildness into a domesticated state

Example: "Tame animals"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tamed8
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
wild8

Taming - as an adjective satellite

Flat and uninspiring

Very docile

Example: "Tame obedience"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meek10

Taming - as a verb

Correct by punishment or discipline

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chasten12subdue9

Make less strong or intense; soften

Example: "Tone down that aggressive letter"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
moderate11tone down

Adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment

Example: "Domesticate oats"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cultivate14domesticate16naturalise10naturalize19

Overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable

Example: "He tames lions for the circus"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
domesticate16domesticise16domesticize25reclaim11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make fit for cultivation, domestic life, and service to humans

Example: "The horse was domesticated a long time ago"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
domesticate16

Taming - as a noun

The process by which a person, animal or thing is tamed.

Example Sentences

"The taming of wild horses requires patience and skill."
"She was interested in the taming of wild animals."
"The taming of the lion was a dangerous task for the trainer."
"He wrote a book on the art of taming aggressive behavior."
"The taming of the shrew is a popular theme in literature."
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Word Game Points

Is TAMING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, taming is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TAMING has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is TAMING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, taming is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TAMING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is TAMING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, taming is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TAMING has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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