adj
restrained
rih-STRAYND
adj
1
Kept under control; not showing strong emotion or excess.
"His restrained reaction surprised everyone given the bad news."
"The room had a restrained, elegant decor."
How to Use Restrained
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHeld back or controlled, often describing calm behavior or understated style.
Common pairings
restrained tone
restrained elegance
remain restrained
Word Forms
more restrained comparative, most restrained superlative
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