low-key

adjective
UK /ˌləʊ ˈkiː/
US /ˌloʊ ˈkiː/

Quiet and not trying to get a lot of attention.

They had a low-key birthday party at home with just family.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Not bright or strong in color or light.

The room was painted in low-key gray and blue tones.

3. Keeping something secret or not talking about it openly.

He kept his plans low-key until everything was ready.

4. In a quiet or gentle way, as an adverb in informal speech.

She low-key hoped it would rain so the game would be canceled.