toned

adjective

ˈtōnd 

1

: having tone or a specified tone : characterized or distinguished by a tone

2

of paper : having a slight tint

3

a

: having the muscles firm and the skin taut

toned arms

b

of muscles : firm and strong

toned abs

Examples of toned in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These micro hot pants left little to the imagination, highlighting Dua’s long toned legs and giving a cheeky glimpse of her her, ahem, assets. —Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 6 Oct. 2024

For her outing, Swift accessorized the look with layered gold and silver necklaces, a brown Stella McCartney handbag, several rings and a toned down version of her classic red lip. —Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024

The 55-year-old superstar was spotted stepping off her private jet in L.A. on Sunday, Sept. 8, looking cozy in a cropped white tank top that showed off her toned midsection. —Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024

Check out some beginner exercises to make your legs more toned, from step-ups to lunges. —Dominique Fluker, Essence, 29 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing toned

• high-toned
• toned-down
• two-toned