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subdued
adjective sub·dued \-ˈdüd, -ˈdyüd\
: not strong, loud, intense, etc.
Full Definition of SUBDUED
: lacking in vitality, intensity, or strength <subdued colors>
— sub·dued·ly \-ˈdü(-ə)d-lē, -ˈdyü(-ə)d-\ adverb
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First Known Use of SUBDUED
1796
Related to SUBDUED
- Synonyms
- conservative, low-key (also low-keyed), muted, repressed, restrained, sober, quiet, toned-down, understated, unflashy, unpretentious
- Antonyms
- flamboyant, flaring, flashy, garish, gaudy, glitzy, loud, noisy, ostentatious, razzle-dazzle, splashy, swank (or swanky)
SUBDUED Defined for Kids
subdued
adjective sub·dued \səb-ˈdüd, -ˈdyüd\
Definition of SUBDUED for Kids
: lacking in liveliness, intensity, or strength <a subdued voice>
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