subdued

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. in a softened tone

- a subdued whisper

Similar word(s): soft, hushed, muted, quiet

2. restrained in style or quality

Similar word(s): restrained

3. quieted and brought under control

- children were subdued and silent

Similar word(s): tame

4. not brilliant or glaring

- subdued lighting

Similar word(s): dull, soft

5. lacking in light; not bright or harsh

- subdued lights and soft music

Similar word(s): dark, dim

Sentences with subdued as an adjective:

- he is subdued after the disagreement last night.

- the colour scheme used for this room is subdued.

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of subdue

- He subdued the dog yesterday.