Associations to the word «Subdued»

Wiktionary

SUBDUED, adjective. Conquered; overpowered; crushed; submissive; mild.
SUBDUED, adjective. Not glaring in color; soft and light in tone.
SUBDUED, verb. Simple past tense and past participle of subdue

Dictionary definition

SUBDUED, adjective. In a softened tone; "hushed voices"; "muted trumpets"; "a subdued whisper"; "a quiet reprimand".
SUBDUED, adjective. Restrained in style or quality; "a little masterpiece of low-keyed eloquence".
SUBDUED, adjective. Quieted and brought under control; "children were subdued and silent".
SUBDUED, adjective. Not brilliant or glaring; "the moon cast soft shadows"; "soft pastel colors"; "subdued lighting".
SUBDUED, adjective. Lacking in light; not bright or harsh; "a dim light beside the bed"; "subdued lights and soft music".

Wise words

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