Muffle

usgb/ˈmʌfl/
verb

To make a sound quieter or less clear.

She muffled her laughter with her hand.
Visual representation of "muffle" - To make a sound quieter or less clear

Often appears as...

  • muffle a cry
  • muffle the sound
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Diminished Clarity

Muffling affects sound quality, often making words difficult to understand.

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During the play, the actor's lines were muffled by the thick curtains.
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Intentional Act

Muffling is usually deliberate, such as to avoid being overheard.

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He muffled his phone's ringtone in the library.
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Partial Silence

Muffling reduces noise but does not eliminate it entirely.

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She muffled the alarm clock's sound with a pillow.
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