subdued has definitions from the field of military
1
[ adjective ] in a softened tone

Synonyms

muted quiet hushed

Examples

"hushed voices" "muted trumpets" "a subdued whisper" "a quiet reprimand"

Used in print

(Whit Masterson, Evil Come, Evil Go....)

As Andy reached the finale of his act , a subdued commotion backstage drew his attention to the wings .

Related terms

soft

2
[ adjective ] restrained in style or quality

Synonyms

low-keyed low-key

Examples

"a little masterpiece of low-keyed eloquence"

Related terms

restrained

3
[ adjective ] (military) overpowered and subjugated as by military force

Related terms

unsubdued

4
[ adjective ] quieted and brought under control

Examples

"children were subdued and silent"

Related terms

tame

5
[ adjective ] lacking in light; not bright or harsh

Synonyms

dim

Examples

"a dim light beside the bed" "subdued lights and soft music"

Related terms

dark

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