Main entry: softened, dull, muffled, muted
Definition: being or made softer or less loud or clear
Usage: the dull boom of distant breaking waves; muffled drums; the muffled noises of the street; muted trumpets
Main entry: quiet, muted, hushed, subdued
Definition: in a softened tone
Usage: hushed voices; muted trumpets; a subdued whisper; a quiet reprimand