muted

1 of 2

adjective

mut·​ed ˈmyü-təd 

1

a

: being mute : silent

b

: toned down : low-key, subdued

muted colors

muted voices

a muted response

2

: provided with or produced or modified by the use of a mute

mutedly adverb

muted

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of mute entry 3, mute entry 4

Synonyms of muted

Adjective

• quieted
• silent
• quiet
• hushed

Examples of muted in a Sentence

Adjective

The artist chose colors that are dark and muted.

the muted sound of a distant trumpet

The government chose a more muted response to the threat.

Their proposal has drawn a muted reaction from most observers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Known for a muted, neutral palette and classic silhouettes with a feminine edge, its pieces are designed for Pilates, yoga, hot sculpt, strength training and everyday wear, and retail for upward of $160. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Duran pounded his mitt and was greeted by teammates for a fairly muted celebration on the field. — CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026

In the kitchen, for example, quartzite countertops and soft oak cabinetry by Boffi recede into the background via muted tones allowing the eye to travel past. — Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2026

The question now is whether the New York audiences will prove harder to please — though even if NYFF reactions are more muted than those in Telluride, the film will likely retain some mystique headed into its mid-October theatrical debut. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1855, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for muted

• booted
• fluted
• fruited
• hooted
• looted
• mooted
• rooted
• routed
• scooted
• suited
• commuted
• computed