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muted
01
(of a sound) having a subdued quality, with reduced intensity or volume
Examples
She spoke in a muted voice so as not to disturb the sleeping baby.
The muted sounds of the city at night contrasted with the bustling daytime activity.
1.1
having a softened sound created by placing a mute on the instrument
Examples
The muted trumpet gave the song a rich, mellow quality that filled the room.
With her muted guitar, the musician achieved a gentle, whispering tone perfect for the ballad.
02
(of colors) having a subdued tone, lacking brightness or vibrancy
Examples
She preferred to wear muted colors like soft blues and pale greens rather than bold and bright shades.
The artist used muted pastels to convey a sense of nostalgia and melancholy in her paintings.
03
lacking excitement or strong emotions
Examples
The announcement was met with a muted response from the audience, who remained largely indifferent.
His muted response to the award showed that he was n’t particularly excited.
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