adj
Uncommon
toned
tohnd
Toned (adj) means having a specified quality of sound or colour. Example: “The photo has a warm, sepia-toned look.”
adj
1
Having a specified quality of sound or colour.
"The photo has a warm, sepia-toned look."
2
Physically fit, with firm, well-defined muscles.
"Years of swimming left her arms lean and toned."
How to use toned
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually describes a fit body with visible muscle definition, or a particular shade/quality of sound or colour.
Common pairings
toned muscles
well-toned
sepia-toned
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more toned
- Superlative
- most toned
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The photo has a warm, sepia-_____ look.
Antonyms
toneless
Rhymes for toned
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What does “toned” mean?
The word “toned” means having a specified quality of sound or colour. In plain terms, usually describes a fit body with visible muscle definition, or a particular shade/quality of sound or colour.
How do you pronounce “toned”?
“Toned” is pronounced tohnd (/toʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “toned” in a sentence?
Here is “toned” used in a sentence: “The photo has a warm, sepia-toned look.”
What part of speech is “toned”?
“Toned” is an adjective.
Is “toned” a common word?
“Toned” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “toned” have?
“Toned” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a specified quality of sound or colour.
