subdued

Meanings

Verb

• put down by force or intimidation
• to put down by force or authority
• hold within limits and control
• get on top of; deal with successfully
• make subordinate, dependent, or subservient
• correct by punishment or discipline

Adjective Satellite

• in a softened tone
  • "a subdued whisper"
• restrained in style or quality
• quieted and brought under control
  • "children were subdued and silent"
• not brilliant or glaring
  • "subdued lighting"
• lacking in light; not bright or harsh
  • "subdued lights and soft music"

Synonyms

chasten, conquer, crucify, curb, dim, get over, hushed, inhibit, keep down, low-key, low-keyed, master, mortify, muted, overcome, quash, quiet, reduce, repress, soft, stamp down, subdue, subjugate, subordinate, suppress, surmount, tame