Meaning of the word muted in English

What does muted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

muted

US /ˈmjuː.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈmjuː.tɪd/
"muted" picture

Adjective

1.

of a color or shade) not bright; subdued

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The room was decorated in muted tones of blue and gray.
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She preferred wearing clothes with muted colors.
2.

of a sound) quiet and soft

Example:
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We heard the muted sound of distant thunder.
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Her voice was muted by the thick wall.
3.

of a person's feelings or reactions) not openly expressed; subdued

Example:
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There was a muted response to the controversial proposal.
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His anger was muted by a sense of resignation.

Verb

past tense and past participle of mute

Example:
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He muted the television during the commercial break.
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The sound of the alarm was muted by the thick walls.