Meaning & Definition of word "Silently"

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    Silently

    /ˈsaɪləntli/

    adverb:

    • 1. In a silent manner; without making noise.
      • Example: She climbed the stairs silently so as not to wake anyone.
    • 2. In a way that does not involve spoken words; quietly.
      • Example: He silently agreed with her decision, knowing better than to voice his disagreement.
    • 3. Without outward expression or demonstration; in a subdued or restrained manner.
      • Example: The crowd watched silently as the performance unfolded before them.
    • 4. In a secret or hidden way; without revealing thoughts or feelings.
      • Example: She silently reassured herself that everything would be okay.
    • 5. Without attracting attention.
      • Example: The cat moved silently through the room, stalking her prey.

    Etymology

    From the word 'silent' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    silently judging:

    Assessing someone without expressing thoughts verbally.

    silent treatment:

    Deliberately ignoring someone or not speaking to them.

    silently reassure:

    To provide comfort without words.

    Related Words

    silence:

    The absence of sound.

    quiet:

    Making little or no noise.

    mute:

    To silence or make unable to speak.

    Slang Meanings of silently

    Meaning: Hiding feelings or opinions.

    Example Sentence: He was silently shipping them even though he wouldn't admit it.

    Meaning: Keeping things to oneself.

    Example Sentence: She silently slayed that meeting without saying a word.