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muted

adjective
mut·​ed | \ ˈmyü-tÉ™d How to pronounce muted (audio) \

Definition of muted

1a : being mute : silent
b : toned down : low-key, subdued
2 : provided with or produced or modified by the use of a mute
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Other Words from muted

mutedly adverb

Examples of muted in a Sentence

The artist chose colors that are dark and muted. the muted sound of a distant trumpet The government chose a more muted response to the threat. Their proposal has drawn a muted reaction from most observers.
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Recent Examples on the Web

 Traders had a muted reaction to the afternoon release of notes from the Federal Reserve’s policymaking meeting last month. — Washington Post, "Solid earnings from major US retailers drive stocks higher," 21 Aug. 2019 Traders had a muted reaction to the afternoon release of notes from the Federal Reserve's policymaking meeting last month. — Alex Veiga, Anchorage Daily News, "U.S. stocks climb after major retailers post solid earnings," 21 Aug. 2019 According to their website, the Chrissy x Quay collection features a range of the Australian brand’s top-selling sunglasses in all-new muted retro tones and fan-favorite shapes. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Bring Kids to Launch Event for Her New Sunglasses Collaboration," 16 Aug. 2019 The packaging has a DIY aesthetic, in unexpected color combinations — bright white and Sharpie black on muted earth tones — that is a little bit punk rock and a little bit Matisse. — Rachel Sugar, Vox, "Oatly and the quest for the perfect alt-milk," 14 Aug. 2019 Getty Images Getty Images The former Dawsons Creek star chose a shimmering Missoni gown this time, with a fitted strapless body, and striped floor length skirt in glittering, muted tones of blue, green and purple. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Katie Holmes Wore a Missoni Ball Gown and Looked So Chic," 10 June 2019 The muted tones and simplistic, modern angular style of Scandinavian design brings a no-fuss, calming vibe to any room. — Madeleine Bokan, House Beautiful, "3 Design Trends That Will Totally Transform Your Living Room," 23 May 2019 Yes, the response from the adults is muted, but there could be lots of reasons for that. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Review: ‘Where’d You Go, Bernadette’ works with a splendid Cate Blanchett at its center," 15 Aug. 2019 Yes, the response from the adults is muted, but there could be lots of reasons for that. — Los Angeles Times, "Review: ‘Where’d You Go, Bernadette’ works with a splendid Cate Blanchett at its center," 14 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of muted

1855, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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muted

adjective
How to pronounce muted (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of muted

: soft in color : not bright
: soft or quiet in sound : quieter than usual
: not done or expressed in a strong, forceful, or excited way

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