viilennetty

viilennetty is a Finnish word that translates to "cooled down" or "tempered" in English. It is commonly used to describe a situation or a person that has become less intense, agitated, or angry. For example, if a heated argument has ended and the participants are now calmer, one might say "tilanne on viilennetty," meaning "the situation has cooled down."

The term can also be applied to physical objects or substances that have been reduced in temperature. For instance, "juoma on viilennetty" means "the drink has been cooled." In a more figurative sense, viilennetty can refer to a plan or idea that has been modified or softened to make it more acceptable or less extreme. This usage implies a process of making something less harsh or controversial.

The etymology of viilennetty comes from the Finnish verb "viilentyä," which means to cool down. The "-tty" suffix indicates the past passive participle, signifying that the action of cooling has been performed on the subject. Understanding viilennetty provides insight into how Finns express the cessation of intensity, whether emotional, physical, or conceptual.