muted

The background music was muted so that guests could chat easily.

背景音乐被调低了，以便客人轻松交谈。

用法提示：此处muted作表语，表示声音被减弱、变柔和。

She chose a muted blue for the living room walls to create a calm atmosphere.

她为客厅墙壁选择了柔和的蓝色，以营造宁静的氛围。

用法提示：此处muted作定语，修饰blue，表示颜色不鲜艳、柔和。

His muted reaction suggested he was not surprised by the news.

他温和的反应表明他对这个消息并不惊讶。

用法提示：此处muted作定语，修饰reaction，表示情感反应不强烈、克制。