restrained
adjective/rɪˈstreɪnd/
/rɪˈstreɪnd/
- showing calm control rather than emotion
- her restrained smile
Extra Examples- She smiled a restrained smile.
- a restrained approach/attitude
- restrained optimism/passion
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- not too brightly coloured or decorated synonym discreet
- The costumes and lighting in the play were restrained.
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