Meaning of the word quiet in English

What does quiet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quiet

US /ˈkwaɪ.ət/

UK /ˈkwaɪ.ət/

making little or no noise

Example:

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The library is a very quiet place.

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Please be quiet, the baby is sleeping.

Synonym:

silent still hushed

Synonym:

noisy loud

free from disturbance; calm

Example:

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He led a quiet life in the countryside.

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The sea was quiet and still.

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peaceful serene tranquil

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turbulent agitated

make or become quiet

Example:

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The teacher tried to quiet the noisy class.

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The storm began to quiet down.

Synonym:

silence hush calm

Synonym:

disturb agitate

in a quiet manner

Example:

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She spoke very quietly so as not to wake anyone.

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He slipped quietly out of the room.

Synonym:

silently softly calmly

Synonym:

loudly noisily

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