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to mellow
01
(of a color) to become softer and less vibrant, particularly over a period of time
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the paint on the wooden door had mellowed, giving it a charming, aged look.
The vibrant red of the fabric tends to mellow after repeated washes.
Example
After the stressful meeting, she took a few deep breaths to mellow her anxiety.
He made a conscious effort to mellow his criticism and offer constructive feedback instead.
03
to become softer, more relaxed, or less intense
Intransitive
Example
As the evening wore on, the party atmosphere mellowed, and guests settled into comfortable conversations.
Over the years, his once fiery ambition mellowed into a more tempered drive for success.
Example
The continuous exposure to sunlight is currently mellowing the hues of the painting.
Gentle washing has mellowed the vibrancy of the original paint on the antique furniture.
mellow
Example
She had a mellow vibe after a couple of drinks at the bar.
The group became mellow as the evening went on, chilling on the couch.
Example
The soft music created a mellow atmosphere in the café.
After a long walk on the beach, he felt completely mellow.
03
(of fruits) having reached the stage of ripeness
Example
The mellow peaches were perfect for making a sweet, juicy pie.
He picked the mellow tomatoes from the vine, knowing they were at their peak flavor.
04
having a gentle quality that develops with age, experience, or gradual change
Example
A more mellow personality has emerged in her since she took up meditation.
His mellow demeanor helped him diffuse the tension in the room.
05
(of a color, sound, or flavor) soft or gentle, often creating a sense of warmth and calmness
Example
The mellow flavor of the wine had hints of oak and vanilla.
The mellow yellow walls in the living room created a cozy atmosphere.
