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Meaning of muffled
The primary meaning of the word "muffled" is to make something, especially a sound, less loud or clear.
Etymology of muffled
The word "muffled" originated from the Old French word "mofler", which is derived from the Latin word "muffula", meaning "a muffler" or "a veil"
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of covering or wrapping something to reduce its sound or visibility, and has since evolved to include a range of related meanings
Synonyms
muted
stifled
subdued
hushed
quieted
dulled
deadened
softened
faint
indistinct
obscure
vague
blurry
faint
smothered
choked
gagged
silenced
still
quiet
noiseless
soundless
inaudible
unheard
faintly audible
whispered
murmured
mumbled
indistinct
unclear
muted
stifled
restrained
suppressed
reduced
lowered
decreased
lessened
diminished
weakened
feeble
frail
slight
subtle
imperceptible
inconspicuous
unnoticeable
unobtrusive
Definitions
- Made less loud or clear, especially by covering or wrapping something
- Reduced in intensity or severity, especially by being covered or obscured
- Difficult to hear or see because of being covered or obscured
Usage Examples
- The sound of the music was muffled by the thick walls of the building
- She wore a scarf to muffle her cough in the quiet library
- The voice on the phone was muffled, making it hard to understand what the person was saying
Antonyms
amplified
loud
clear
distinct
audible
noticeable
obvious
prominent
pronounced
intensified
increased
heightened
strengthened
enhanced
magnified
exaggerated
emphasized
highlighted
pronounced
resonant
sonorous
booming
blasting
deafening
earsplitting
thunderous
clamorous