Also means
strong
Usage Note
Subido as an adjective most commonly describes a very intense shade of colour or a strong price: un color subido de tono ('a very intense colour'), precios subidos ('steep prices'). It can also carry the connotation of risqué or off-colour content in the phrase subido de tono. It is the past participle of subir ('to rise/go up'), so context is key.
Examples
"Llevaba una camisa de un rojo muy subido."
Natural Translation
She wore a shirt of a very intense red.
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