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adjective

Definition of quietnext
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as in peaceful
free from disturbing noise or uproar left the din of the rock concert and went to a quiet restaurant where we could hear one another talk

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as in silent
mostly or entirely without sound a diver who loves to retreat to the quiet world beneath the surface of the sea

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as in muted
not excessively showy she decided that it would be best to wear a quiet business suit to the job interview

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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance a quiet interlude as the eye of the storm passed over us

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as in secluded
screened or sequestered from view a quiet little house set far back from the street

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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume quiet music is generally more relaxing

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quiet

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adverb

as in quietly
without motion lie quiet and no one will guess you're hiding under the bed

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quiet

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noun

ˈkwī-ət How to pronounce quiet (audio)
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance sailors enjoying the quiet of a clear evening at sea

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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound new parents appreciating the blessed quiet that comes when their baby finally falls asleep

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quiet

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verb

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as in to cool
to become still and orderly the museum docent told the rowdy youngsters to quiet down for the tour

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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance quiet a crying toddler with candy

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as in to silence
to stop the noise or speech of the nanny could quiet unruly children with just a look

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Recent Examples of quiet
Adjective
George was headed for a modest, quiet patch of the Midwest, plus his big sister, Louise, who recently relocated to the small town of Benton, Illinois, was eager to drum up publicity for her brother’s band. — Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 The joy and innocence that greeted students and teachers on their return to school in early September has been lost, replaced by a somber and quiet aura. — Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
Adverb
The quiet-quitting phenomenon where employees simply perform their duties without going the extra mile to forgo hustle culture has been rippling through the workplace. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2022 The emergence of the quiet-quitting phenomenon isn't a fluke, experts say. — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2022
Noun
In the quiet that followed, Mark’s own drinking spiralled out of control. — Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Wow that the quiet of Sunday surfaces feelings the rest of the week buries. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Verb
There was a lot of Honolulu Blue in the lower bowl — Lions fans don’t get to see their team in Charlotte very often — but they had been quieted by the end. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026 Four weeks in, the Broncos are now at the first-quarter threshold and the questions about offensive coordinator Davis Webb have not quieted since Week 1. — Sam Jane, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quiet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiet
  1. peaceful
  2. silent
  3. muted
  4. tranquil
  5. secluded
  6. gentle
  7. quietly
  8. restfulness
Adjective
  • But this month, the most violent demonstrations in years — and tough policing — have raised concern about riots overshadowing hundreds of thousands of peaceful demonstrators marching against rising living costs and poor conditions in schools.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026
  • As for the suites, the highlight is their private terraces, peaceful havens from which to admire, paradoxically, the urban whirlwind swirling below.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • William has largely remained silent about the brothers' estrangement and has not publicly expressed a desire to repair their relationship.
    — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Weigand spends much of his time on house calls, reviving cherished heirlooms that have long fallen silent.
    — La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of silent
Adjective
  • The characters wear muted, sweeping gowns, their hair often loose.
    — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Stock futures are mixed this morning after the S&P 500 kicked off the week with a muted session.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of muted
Adjective
  • Bedrooms are tranquil and restorative, with clean lines, balconies, and mountain views that create a sense of space.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of tranquil
Adjective
  • Seated on the quieter, south end of the beach, this is a remarkably secluded alcove made for retreat.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Oh, and living upstairs in a secluded environment is Ultron (James Spader).
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of secluded
Adjective
  • The duo launches alongside a tapered blending brush designed for gentle, precise application on the delicate skin under your eyes.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Those stories are so gentle and yet so compelling, and the artwork is so beautiful and inviting.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of gentle
Adverb
  • Some dental floss manufacturers have been quietly moving away from the synthetic material PTFE, which helped their product slip smoothly between teeth.
    — Margaret Hetherman The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The result is one of the most quietly dominant competitive positions in modern industry.
    — Matt Alt, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of quietly
Noun
  • The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
    — Brianna Peters, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
  • But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
    — Marisa McMillan, Outside, 29 Dec. 2025
Definition of restfulness

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“Quiet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiet. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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