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muted

adjective

/ˈmjuːtɪd/

Meaning

softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued

The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.

soft, subdued, toned-down, muffled

bright, loud, vivid

muted tones, muted response, muted colors, muted sound

conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality

worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean

Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.

relating to or having a hard shell like a crustacean

Unnecessary, unwarranted, or given freely without reason or cause.

Relating to the arts and to intellectual achievements.