Quiet

/ˈkwaɪ.ɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The state of being quiet; absence of noise.
The quiet of the early morning was soothing.
verb
To make or become quiet.
The teacher tried to quiet the students before the test.
adjective
Making little or no noise.
The library was quiet, allowing students to concentrate on their studies.
Characterized by an absence of disturbance or turmoil.
She enjoyed the quiet evenings spent by the fireplace.
Reserved and not inclined to speak much.
He was a quiet man who preferred listening to talking.

Etymology

From Middle English 'quyet', from Old French 'quiet', from Latin 'quietus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Keep it quiet:
To not disclose information or keep a secret.
Quiet as a mouse:
Very quiet or silent.
Quiet down:
To reduce noise or calm down.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Low-key
Let's keep this party low-key and quiet.
On the down-low
He was dating her on the down-low, keeping it all very quiet.