Sekirov Dictionary

quiet

/ˈkwaɪ̯.ət/

adjective 6
noun 3
verb 2
exclamation 1
forms 8
phrases 6

adjective6

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with little or no sound, and no noise that troubles anyone
- I can't hear the music; it is too quiet.
•
Not talking much or not talking loudly; reserved.
- He's a very quiet man usually, but is very chatty after a few beers.
•
Having little motion or activity; calm.
- the sea was quiet
•
Not busy, of low quantity.
- The traffic was quiet for a Monday morning.
- Business was quiet for the season.
•
Not showy; undemonstrative.
- quiet colours
Requiring little or no interaction.

noun3

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The absence of sound; quietness.
- There was a strange quiet in the normally very lively plaza.
- We need a bit of quiet before we can start the show.
The absence of disturbance or trouble; peace, security.
The absence of movement; stillness, tranquility.

verb2

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To cause (someone or something) to become quiet.
- Can you quiet your child? He’s making lots of noise.
- The umpire quieted the crowd so the game could continue in peace.
•
To become quiet or calm.
- When you quiet, we can start talking.

exclamation1

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Be quiet.
- Quiet! The children are sleeping.

forms

quieted · quieting · quieteth · quiets · more quiet · quieter · most quiet · quietest

Phrases with quiet

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