Definitions
- Describing a sound that is muted or softened by something covering or obstructing it. - Referring to a voice or speech that is unclear or difficult to hear. - Talking about an action or movement that is done quietly or discreetly.
- Describing a sound that is low or soft, often as a result of being far away. - Referring to a person's behavior or mood that is quiet, restrained, or lacking in energy. - Talking about a color or light that is muted or toned down.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not loud or intense.
- 2Both can refer to sounds, voices, or colors.
- 3Both can be used to describe a calm or quiet atmosphere.
- 4Both can be used to describe a person's behavior or mood.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Muffled implies that the sound is being obstructed or covered, while subdued does not necessarily have a cause.
- 2Intensity: Muffled suggests that the sound is still present but has been dampened, while subdued implies a lower level of intensity.
- 3Behavior: Muffled can refer to actions or movements that are done quietly, while subdued usually refers to a person's behavior or mood.
- 4Connotation: Muffled can have a negative connotation, suggesting something is being hidden or suppressed, while subdued is more neutral and can suggest a peaceful or calming atmosphere.
- 5Usage: Muffled is more commonly used to describe sounds or voices, while subdued is more commonly used to describe colors, lights, or moods.
Remember this!
Muffled and subdued are both adjectives that describe something that is not loud or intense. However, muffled implies that the sound is being obstructed or covered, while subdued suggests a lower level of intensity without necessarily having a cause. Additionally, muffled can refer to actions or movements, while subdued usually refers to a person's behavior or mood.
