The Only Use of
subdue
in
Anne Frank, the Diary of a Young Girl
- Bep is also very subdued.
Chpt 42-10subdued = quiet
Definition:
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(subdued adjective as in: subdued colors or mood) not intense, or less activeThe exact meaning of subdued depends upon its context. For example:
- "subdued colors" -- not too bright (soft, not intense)
- "a subdued voice" -- quiet; perhaps whispered
- "a subdued mood" -- quiet and less active; perhaps a bit sad or thoughtful
- "subdued summer activity" -- less active or busy than normal