subdued

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/səbˈdjuːd/ English

Definitions

verb

To overcome, quieten, or bring under control.
To bring (a country) under control by force.

adjective

Conquered; overpowered; crushed; submissive.“He is subdued after the disagreement last night.”
Not glaring in color; soft and light in tone.“The colour scheme used for this room is subdued.”

Related words

Synonyms

underbring restrained soft dark tame low-keyed hushed muted quiet dim low-key controlled limited mitigated discreet vanquished defeated

Associated

palette insignia tones conquered colors colours lighting annexed revolt worn mood romans

Rhymes

shrewd crude fortitude lewd brood elude aptitude preclude ineptitude exude

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