adj

muffled

MUHFLD

Muffled (adj) means Made quieter or less distinct, as if covered or wrapped up. Example: “We heard muffled voices coming from the next room.”

adj

Made quieter or less distinct, as if covered or wrapped up.

"We heard muffled voices coming from the next room."

"The gunshot sounded muffled through the thick walls."

How to use muffled

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSound that's dulled or hard to make out, as if something is blocking it.

Common pairings

muffled voices muffled sound muffled cry

Word forms

more muffled comparative, most muffled superlative

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Rhymes for muffled

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Frequently asked questions

What does “muffled” mean?

The word “muffled” means made quieter or less distinct, as if covered or wrapped up. In plain terms, sound that's dulled or hard to make out, as if something is blocking it.

How do you pronounce “muffled”?

“Muffled” is pronounced MUHFLD (/ˈmʌfl̩d/ in IPA).

How do you use “muffled” in a sentence?

Here is “muffled” used in a sentence: “We heard muffled voices coming from the next room.”

What part of speech is “muffled”?

“Muffled” is an adjective.