What does TAMED mean?

Parts of Speech: adjective, verb

Definitions:

• Adjective: changed from a wild or savage state; domesticated; not dangerous or frightened of people or other animals
• Verb: past tense of "tame"; to domesticate or train (an animal); to make less powerful or easier to control; to control or restrain (ones desires or impulses)

Pronunciations:

• US: /teɪmd/
• UK: /teɪmd/

Origin and Usage: The word "tamed" comes from the Old English word "tamian" which means "to domesticate." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The adjective form is often used to describe animals that have been domesticated or trained to be less wild. The verb form is used to describe the process of domesticating or training an animal, as well as the process of controlling or restraining ones impulses.

Synonyms: domesticated, trained, gentle, docile, subdued

Related Words: claim, dated, mated, named, shamed

Example Sentences:

• The tamed wolf was friendly and playful around humans.
• She tamed the wild horse and turned it into a reliable riding animal.
• He had to learn to tame his temper and control his anger.