muffled
Translation
muffled, indistinct, subdued
Examples
We heard a muffled sound from the next room.
We heard a muffled sound from the next room.
He spoke in a muffled voice through the scarf.
He spoke in a muffled voice through the scarf.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) muffled ((noun)) a quiet and unclear sound, voice, etc. We heard a muffled cry.
Similar Words
Synonyms: indistinct, faint, muted; Antonyms: clear, loud, distinct
Etymology
From the verb 'to muffle', meaning to wrap or cover for warmth or to deaden sound.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting a 'muffler' (a scarf) over your mouth. The sound you make is 'muffled'.