Synonyms for
Mellow
Definition
relaxed and calm, not harsh or loud
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- mellow out
- mellow tone
- mellow music
- mellow yellow
- mellow flavor
- mellow mood
- mellow light
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used to describe a relaxed state of mind, a gentle disposition, or a smooth, pleasant taste or sound. Can also refer to ripening or softening.
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Example sentences
- The mellow music helped me relax.
- The mellow dog wagged its tail slowly.
- The sunset painted the sky in mellow colors.
- Grandpa's mellow voice always put me at ease.
- After the storm, the ocean was mellow and calm.
Quotes
Life is short, but sweet for certain. - Dave Matthews Band
Be like a duck, paddling and working very hard inside the water, but what everyone sees is a smiling and calm face. - Manoj Arora
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela