Low-key Definition

lōkē
adjective
Of low intensity, tone, etc.; subdued or restrained.
Webster's New World
Having or producing uniformly dark tones with few areas of contrast, as in a photograph or film.
American Heritage

Restrained, subtle, not trying to attract attention.

Wiktionary

(photography) Dark, with little or no fill light and high lighting ratio.

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noun

A restrained or subdued situation.

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A dark area of a photograph with little contrast.

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Origin of Low-key

  • From key light.

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Low-key Sentence Examples

  • Hmm… well, if I were you I would have tried to make my first date with this guy a little more low-key, but hey, you get to wear a pretty dress and that certainly counts for something.

  • However, if low-key is what you're aiming for, take comfort in the fact that all of the informal styles you may be in love with from magazines and advertisements will be perfect in a garden setting.

  • Others prefer to keep it low-key and pair it with a form-fitting black top.

  • Instead, the band will have a relatively low-key event at the bandroom.

  • The area is a welcoming location for travelers looking for a low-key getaway.

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