quiet

Adjective · English

Meaning 1

making very little or no noise

(characterized by an absence of noise)

Example

The countryside is very quiet at night.

Meaning 2

free from disturbance or activity

(calm or peaceful in nature)

Example

She enjoyed a quiet afternoon reading in the garden.

Synonyms

silent, still, peaceful, noiseless, tranquil

Grammar

comparative
quieter
superlative
quietest

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