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low–key
adjective \-ˈkē\
: quiet and relaxed : not very forceful, emotional, or noticeable
Full Definition of LOW-KEY
1
: having or producing dark tones only with little contrast
2
: of low intensity : restrained
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Variants of LOW-KEY
low–key also low–keyed \-ˈkēd\
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First Known Use of LOW-KEY
1907
Related to LOW-KEY
- Synonyms
- conservative, low-key (also low-keyed), muted, repressed, restrained, sober, subdued, toned-down, understated, unflashy, unpretentious
- Antonyms
- flamboyant, flaring, flashy, garish, gaudy, glitzy, loud, noisy, ostentatious, razzle-dazzle, splashy, swank (or swanky)
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