Adjective
Not expressed strongly or openly; subdued and understated
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muted criticism
Quiet or soft.
Usage- of a sound
Subdued.
Usage- of color
Adjective
in a softened tone
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hushed voices
muted trumpets
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a subdued whisper
a quiet reprimand
being or made softer or less loud or clear
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the dull boom of distant breaking waves
muffled drums
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the muffled noises of the street
muted trumpets