Englishfor English speakers
subdued
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adjective
(= hushed, muted, quiet)
in a softened tone
hushed voices
muted trumpets
a subdued whisper
a quiet reprimand
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adjective
(= low-key, low-keyed)
restrained in style or quality
a little masterpiece of low-keyed eloquence
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adjective
quieted and brought under control
children were subdued and silent
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adjective
(= soft)
not brilliant or glaring
the moon cast soft shadows
soft pastel colors
subdued lighting
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adjective
(= dim)
lacking in light; not bright or harsh
a dim light beside the bed
subdued lights and soft music
laughter
Noun
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The sound of laughing.
Laughter filled the classroom when the teacher accidently spilled her coffee.
Much laughter followed the joke.