ˈhəsht adjective
Etymology: from past participle of hush (I)
1.
a. : free of noise or agitation : calm , still
hushed silence of the reading room
b. : marked by suspension of noise or activity : reduced to silence
hushed attention of the spectators — L.P.Stryker
an atmosphere of hushed suspense
2. : marked by secrecy or caution : confidential , discreet
hushed meeting of political strategists
counseled his clients in hushed tones
• hushed·ly -shə̇dlē, -shtlē, -li adverb