tame

[teɪm]

tame Definition

• 1. not wild or dangerous, either naturally or because of training or long involvement with humans
• 2. lacking in excitement or passion

Using tame: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tame" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The zoo's tigers are quite tame and used to being around people.

• Example

  He has a tame personality and doesn't like taking risks.

• Example

  The party was pretty tame compared to what I was expecting.

• Example

  The movie was criticized for its tame plot and lack of action.

tame Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tame

• domesticated
• trained
• docile
• subdued
• mild

Antonyms for tame

• wild
• feral
• untamed
• exciting
• passionate

Phrases with tame

• tame animal

  an animal that is not wild and has been domesticated or trained

  Example

  The farmer keeps several tame animals on his property, including cows and chickens.

• tame down

  to make something less intense or extreme

  Example

  The company had to tame down their advertising campaign after receiving complaints about its controversial content.

• tame one's temper

  to control one's anger or frustration

  Example

  She had to learn how to tame her temper when dealing with difficult customers at work.

Origins of tame

from Old English 'tam', meaning 'domesticated'

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Summary: tame in Brief

The term 'tame' [teɪm] describes something that is not wild or dangerous, either naturally or through training or long involvement with humans. It can also mean lacking in excitement or passion, as in 'The party was pretty tame compared to what I was expecting.' 'Tame' extends into phrases like 'tame animal,' referring to domesticated or trained animals, and 'tame down,' meaning to make something less intense or extreme.