Meaning & use

quiet

adjective·Everyday

Making little or no noise, or, of a place or situation, calm and free of disturbance or activity.

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The library stayed quiet all afternoon except for the occasional turning of pages.

After the tourists left, the little village returned to its usual quiet rhythm.

A note on using this word

Quiet can describe sound level, a calm atmosphere, or a reserved personality, as in a quiet, thoughtful student.

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