restrained
re·strained
adj \ri-ˈstrānd\Definition of RESTRAINED
: marked by restraint : not excessive or extravagant
— re·strain·ed·ly \-ˈstrā-nəd-lē\ adverb
Examples of RESTRAINED
- She was admired for her restrained behavior.
- a restrained style of architecture
- The room was decorated with restrained colors.
First Known Use of RESTRAINED
14th century
Related to RESTRAINED
Synonyms: conservative, low-key (also low-keyed), muted, repressed, quiet, sober, subdued, toned-down, understated, unflashy, unpretentious
Antonyms: flamboyant, flaring, flashy, garish, gaudy, glitzy, loud, noisy, ostentatious, razzle-dazzle, splashy, swank (or swanky)
Related Words: appropriate, becoming, fit, fitting, proper, suitable; modest, plain, simple, unadorned, undecorated; inconspicuous, unnoticeable, unobtrusive; graceful, handsome, refined, tasteful; drab, mousy (or mousey); practical, sensible
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