ALL meanings of low key
low key
L l - adjective low key of reduced intensity; restrained; understated. 1
- adjective low key (of a photograph) having chiefly dark tones, usually with little tonal contrast (distinguished from high-key). 1
- verb with object low key to make or attempt to make low-key: to low-key the arms buildup. 1
- adjective low key light, colour: subtle, subdued 1
- adjective low key not ostentatious 1