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muted

[/ˈmjuːtɪd/]
adjective
silenciado
1. Quieted or silenced; having the sound turned off or reduced
The muted television played in the background.
A televisão silenciada tocava ao fundo.
2. Subdued or toned down in intensity, color, or emotion
The room had muted colors that created a calm atmosphere.
A sala tinha cores suavizadas que criavam uma atmosfera tranquila.
3. Not expressed openly or directly; restrained
His muted response suggested he disagreed but didn't want to argue.
Sua resposta contida sugeriu que discordava, mas não queria discutir.
Synonyms
silencedsubduedquiettoned downmuffledsoft
Antonyms
loudvibrantexpressiveclearunmuted

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
silenciado
Most common usage for sound-related context
General Brazilian
suavizado
Used for colors or toned-down intensity
Portugal
mudo
Alternative for silenced/without sound
Portugal
contido
Used for restrained or subdued emotional expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

muted response - resposta contida
muted tones - tons suavizados
keep muted - manter silenciado
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