as in tamed
changed from the wild state so as to become useful and obedient to humans
the domesticated horses are kept in a corral
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as in cultivated
to change (a wild animal or plant) over time to make it more suited to life with or use by humans
Humans domesticated wolves to produce man's best friend.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for domesticated
Verb
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For wine lovers seeking a casual, modern experience, Portland has cultivated a vibrant urban wine scene that offers an exciting alternative to California’s more traditional tasting rooms.—
Rachel King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Trust Of The Heart Affective trust is the trust of the heart, cultivated when leaders authentically connect on an emotional level and demonstrate genuine empathy.—
Ricky Muddimer,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This brow-shaping wax takes a little finesse to learn how to use but is well worth it for making your brows look tame and trimmed.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Economists expect tame readings in March in the key inflation measures tracked by the Federal Reserve for its 2% target.—
Lucia Mutikani,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Nor was domestic slavery of an altogether different order.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Us’s first $71 million domestic weekend beats Sinners’s opening weekend, but that movie fell to $33 million by its second weekend.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
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When used thoroughly, AI can allow faster decisions, boost output and shorten the time to market.—
Peter Benei,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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In Goodyear, Arizona, a data center used for generative AI may guzzle as many as 56 million gallons of drinking water each year.—
The Atlantic Science Desk,
The Atlantic,
28 Dec. 2024
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This throwback is one of many utilized in the league that the team should go back to permanently.—
Jim Reineking,
USA TODAY,
24 Dec. 2024
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The building hadn't operated as a church in several years, instead being utilized as a wedding venue for many in Indiana.—
Noe Padilla,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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Instead, over the past month, both sides have produced their worst games of the season — sometimes simultaneously.—
Mike DeFabo,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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Continuing the course for Orlando (21-15) includes the type of showing da Silva produced against the Raptors.—
Jason Beede,
Orlando Sentinel,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Domesticated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/domesticated. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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