HUSHED


Meaning of HUSHED in English

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1.

A hushed place is peaceful and much quieter and calmer than usual.

The house seemed muted, hushed as if it had been deserted...

= quiet

≠ noisy

ADJ

2.

A hushed voice or hushed conversation is very quiet.

We discussed the situation in hushed whispers.

ADJ : usu ADJ n

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