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Definition of Tone down
1. Verb. Deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping.
Exact synonyms: Damp, Dampen, Dull, Muffle, Mute
Generic synonyms: Soften
Derivative terms: Damper, Muffler, Muffler, Mute
Generic synonyms: Soften
Derivative terms: Damper, Muffler, Muffler, Mute
2. Verb. Make less strong or intense; soften. "The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements"
Definition of Tone down
1. Verb. (idiomatic) To relax; to make quieter or less obtrusive; to make milder. ¹
2. Verb. To make a television program, piece of writing, etc. less offensive and so more suitable for a family audience. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com