Meaning & use
Mellowed
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Became gentler, calmer, or less harsh over time.
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His temper mellowed considerably after he became a father.
The wine mellowed nicely after aging for a decade in oak barrels.
A note on using this word
Often used of flavors, sounds, or personalities that lose their sharpness with age or time.
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