EnglishMain Dictionary
muted
Universal Words
adjective (written)
1 (of sounds) quiet; not as loud as usual:
the muted sound of traffic outside * They spoke in muted voices.
2 (of emotions, opinions, etc.) not strongly expressed:
The proposals received only a muted response.
3 (of colours, light, etc.) not bright:
a dress in muted shades of blue
4 (of musical instruments) used with a mute:
muted trumpets
