/ ˈmjuːtɪd; NAmE / adjective
1.
( of sounds ) quiet; not as loud as usual :
They spoke in muted voices.
2.
( of emotions, opinions, etc. ) not strongly expressed :
The proposals received only a muted response.
3.
( of colours, light, etc. ) not bright :
a dress in muted shades of blue
4.
( of musical instruments ) used with a mute :
muted trumpets