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subdued
UK
/səbˈdjuːd/
US
/səbˈduːd/
more subdued
Comp.
most subdued
Super.
UK
/səbˈdjuːd/
US
/səbˈduːd/
Translations
She gave a subdued reply to the question.
Elle a donné une réponse réservée à la question.
The room was lit by a subdued light.
La pièce était éclairée par une lumière feutrée.
The army subdued the uprising.
L’armée a maîtrisé le soulèvement.
Additional translations
Definitions
The atmosphere in the room was subdued after the announcement of the bad news.
She wore a subdued dress that was perfect for the formal occasion.
The once fierce uprising was now subdued by the army.
subdued
Past Simple
subdued
Past Simple
subdued
Past Participle
subduing
ing-form
UK
/səbˈdjuː/
US
/səbˈduː/
Translations
The police were able to subdue the rioters after several hours.
La police a pu maîtriser les émeutiers après plusieurs heures.
The army was able to subdue the rebellious province.
L'armée a pu soumettre la province rebelle.
Additional translations
Definitions
The police were able to subdue the rioters after several hours.
She tried to subdue her excitement before the big announcement.
The army was able to subdue the rebellious province.
subdued
Used to describe something that is muted, restrained, or under control.
Translations
She chose a dress in subdued colors.
Elle a choisi une robe aux couleurs sourdes.
The crowd remained subdued after the announcement.
La foule est restée calmée après l'annonce.
Additional translations
Definitions
She chose a dress in subdued colors.
The crowd remained subdued after the announcement.
Definitions
A subduing light filled the sanctuary.