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quiet

/ˈkwaɪ.ət/

noun

Meaning

  • The absence of sound; quietness.

    "There was a strange quiet in the normally very lively plaza."

  • The absence of movement; stillness, tranquility

verb

Meaning

  • To become quiet, silent, still, tranquil, calm.

    "When you quiet, we can start talking."

  • To cause someone to become quiet.

    "Can you quiet your child? He's making lots of noise."

Synonyms

quiet down,
quieten,
quiet down,
quieten

adjective

Meaning

  • With little or no sound; free of disturbing noise.

    "I can't hear the music; it is too quiet."

  • Having little motion or activity; calm.

    "a quiet night at home"

  • Not busy, of low quantity.

    "Business was quiet for the season."

  • Not talking much or not talking loudly; reserved.

    "He's a very quiet man usually, but is very chatty after a few beers."

  • Not showy; undemonstrative.

    "a quiet dress"

  • Requiring little or no interaction.

    "a quiet install"

Synonyms

slow,
unbusy,
modest,
plain,
simple

interjection

Meaning

  • Be quiet.

    "Quiet! The children are sleeping."