loudened

Example:She needed to dampen the sound of the tap because it was too loud at night.

Definition:To reduce the volume or intensity of a sound, often by means of a absorptive material or technology.

Example:He muffled the sound of his footsteps by wearing soft soled shoes.

Definition:To reduce the clearness or loudness of a sound by absorbing sound waves.

Example:The sound was attenuated as it traveled through the long hallway.

Definition:To make less intense or forceful, especially in a gradual way.