Low-key
(adjective)
- Not very intense or dramatic.
- Understated or subdued in nature.
- Not drawing attention to oneself.
Origin:
Low-key is a compound of the words "low" and "key", which refers to something that is not very intense or dramatic.
Examples:
- They decided to have a low-key wedding ceremony, with just a few close friends and family in attendance.
- She wanted to wear something low-key for her graduation ceremony, so she chose a simple dress.
- The party was supposed to be low-key, but it ended up getting out of hand.
- He kept his reaction low-key, even though he was really excited.
- She had a low-key personality, which made it easy for her to blend in with any crowd.