English dictionary
subdued
adjectivePronunciation
səbˈdud
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- lacking in light; not bright or harsh
adjective
- not brilliant or glaring
adjective
- in a softened tone
adjective
- restrained in style or quality
adjective
- quieted and brought under control
Example sentences
a dim light beside the bed
subdued lights and soft music
the moon cast soft shadows
soft pastel colors
subdued lighting
hushed voices
muted trumpets
a subdued whisper
a quiet reprimand
a little masterpiece of low-keyed eloquence
children were subdued and silent