softened

Definitions of softened
  1. adjective
    being or made softer or less loud or clear
    synonyms: dull, muffled, muted
    soft
    (of sound) relatively low in volume
  2. adjective
    toned down
    synonyms:
    modulated
    changed or adjusted in pitch, tone, or volume
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