subdued
Definition
Adjective: 1. Quiet and controlled; not showing strong emotion or energy: Describes a person, atmosphere, or behavior that is calm, restrained, or lacking in intensity. 2. Soft and muted; not bright, loud, or harsh: Describes colors, lights, sounds, or other sensory qualities that are gentle, toned down, or not vivid.
Examples of Usage
- Describing a person or mood:
- After the argument, he was unusually subdued and didn't want to talk.
- The team's subdued celebration reflected their respect for the injured opponent.
- Describing light, color, or sound:
- The restaurant had a subdued atmosphere with candlelight and quiet music.
- She preferred subdued colors like gray and beige for her office.
Advanced Usage
- "in a subdued manner/voice/tone": Performing an action quietly or with restraint.
- He announced the bad news in a subdued voice.
- "subdued excitement/optimism": A feeling that is present but held back or not fully expressed.
- There was a sense of subdued optimism about the new peace talks.
Variants and Related Words
- Subdue (verb): To bring under control, to conquer, or to quieten.
- The police managed to subdue the suspect.
- She tried to subdue her feelings of panic.
Synonyms
- Restrained: Held back or kept under control.
- Muted: Softened or toned down in sound or color.
- Somber: Dark, dull, or serious in color or mood.
- Low-key: Not elaborate, showy, or intensive.
Antonyms
- Boisterous: Noisy, energetic, and cheerful in a wild way.
- Vivid: Very bright or intense in color.
- Flamboyant: Attracting attention through confidence, exuberance, or style.
- Unrestrained: Not held back or controlled.
Adjective
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lacking in light; not bright or harsh
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a dim light beside the bed
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subdued lights and soft music
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not brilliant or glaring
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the moon cast soft shadows
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soft pastel colors
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subdued lighting
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quieted and brought under control
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children were subdued and silent
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restrained in style or quality
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a little masterpiece of low-keyed eloquence
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in a softened tone
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hushed voices
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muted trumpets
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a subdued whisper
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a quiet reprimand
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