Definition of subdued

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • subdued is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • subdued is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • subdued is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of subdued


  • lacking in light; not bright or harsh (adjective)

    Examples

    1. subdued lights and soft music

    Synonyms

    1. dim
  • not brilliant or glaring (adjective)

    Examples

    1. subdued lighting

    Synonyms

    1. soft
  • restrained in style or quality (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. low-key
    2. low-keyed
  • in a softened tone (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a subdued whisper

    Synonyms

    1. hushed
    2. muted
    3. quiet
  • quieted and brought under control (adjective)

    Examples

    1. children were subdued and silent

See definition of subdued in Merriam Webster