(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Superlative for subtle or muted in nature
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Superlative for free from noise or sound
“There's a hushed and quiet atmosphere that permeates a room that is soothing and peaceful.”
Superlative for refraining from speech
“You could feel the nervous excitement in the hushed crowd.”
Superlative for peaceful, calm, and free from noise or disturbance
“When you step into the cool, hushed interior of the Basilica, your eyes are drawn to follow the central nave, which soars 150 feet in the air.”
Superlative for intended to be kept secret
“Money, by the millions, was created, contracted for, dealt for, and schemed for, through hushed negotiations between knowledgeable and respected businessmen from all over America.”
(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Superlative for subtle or muted in nature
“The trend in fashion appears to be moving towards more hushed colors.”
Superlative for having an inclination to secrecy
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