subdued

• 形容人、情绪或气氛安静、克制，或不如平常强烈。

Describes a person, mood, or atmosphere that is quiet, restrained, or less intense than usual.

1. Quiet and reflectiveB2formal

   In a state of being quiet, serious, or slightly depressed.

   压抑的

   • He was subdued after hearing the bad news.
   • The crowd was subdued during the memorial service.
   • She spoke in a subdued voice, barely above a whisper.

   同义词contemplativedowncastgravemelancholypensivequietreflectivesolemnsomberthoughtful

   反义词animatedcheerfulexcitedlivelyspirited

2. Muted or not brightB2formal

   Describing colors, lights, or sounds that are soft, not bright or loud.

   柔和的

   • The room was decorated in subdued shades of blue and gray.
   • The lighting was subdued, creating a calm atmosphere.
   • He wore a subdued tie for the formal event.

   同义词dimhushedlowmutedquietrestrainedsoftsubtleunderstated

   反义词brightbrilliantgarishintenseloudvivid

3. Controlled or restrainedC1formal

   Kept under control; not allowed to become too strong or extreme.

   克制的

   • Her enthusiasm was subdued by the strict rules.
   • The company's growth was subdued due to the economic downturn.
   • He gave a subdued response to the criticism.

   同义词controlledmoderatemutedrepressedrestrainedsuppressedtempered

   反义词boisterousrambunctiousuncontrolledunrestrainedwild

• 动词，表示用武力或说服等手段将某人或某物置于控制之下，使其服从或压制其反抗。

A verb used to indicate the act of bringing someone or something under control, often by force or persuasion.

1. Overcome or bring under controlB2formal

   To bring someone or something under control, often by force or persuasion.

   制服

   • The police subdued the suspect without using force.
   • She managed to subdue her anger during the argument.
   • The army was sent to subdue the rebellion.

   同义词conquercrushcurbdefeatoverpowerpacifyquellrestrainsubjugatesuppresstamevanquish

   反义词freeliberaterelease

2. Reduce intensityB2formal

   To make something less intense, bright, or loud.

   减弱

   • He subdued the lights in the room for a more relaxing atmosphere.
   • The medication helped subdue the pain.
   • She subdued her voice to avoid waking the baby.

   同义词dampendeadendimlowermufflemutequietsoftentone down

   反义词amplifybrightenincreaseintensifystrengthen