QUIET Synonyms
There are 11 hypernyms of the word quiet. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for QUIET
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| still | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||||
adjective • used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion • not sparkling noun • a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes) • (poetic) tranquil silence • an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed • a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation adverb • with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation • despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) • to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons • without moving or making a sound adjective satellite • not in physical motion • marked by absence of sound • (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves • free from noticeable current verb • make calm or still • cause to be quiet or not talk • lessen the intensity of or calm • make motionless | ||||||||
| calm | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • (of weather) free from storm or wind noun • steadiness of mind under stress • wind moving at less than 1 knot; 0 on the Beaufort scale adjective satellite • not agitated; without losing self-possession verb • make calm or still • make steady • become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation • cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to | ||||||||
| hushed | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • in a softened tone | ||||||||
| placid | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves • not easily irritated | ||||||||
| silence | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking) • the absence of sound • a refusal to speak when expected • the trait of keeping things secret verb • cause to be quiet or not talk • keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure | ||||||||
| tranquil | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves • not agitated; without losing self-possession | ||||||||
| noiseless | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • making no sound | ||||||||
| peaceful | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war adjective satellite • peacefully resistant in response to injustice | ||||||||
| serene | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • not agitated; without losing self-possession • completely clear and fine | ||||||||
| soundless | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • marked by absence of sound | ||||||||
| quieten | verbv | |||||||
verb • become quiet or quieter • make calm or still • cause to be quiet or not talk | ||||||||
| quiet down | verbv | |||||||
verb • become quiet or quieter | ||||||||
| lull | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished • a period of calm weather verb • calm by deception • become quiet or less intensive • make calm or still | ||||||||
| tranquility | nounn | |||||||
noun • a disposition free from stress or emotion • an untroubled state; free from disturbances • a state of peace and quiet | ||||||||
| tranquillity | nounn | |||||||
noun • an untroubled state; free from disturbances • a state of peace and quiet • a disposition free from stress or emotion | ||||||||
| hush | verbv | |||||||
noun • (poetic) tranquil silence verb • become quiet or still; fall silent • cause to be quiet or not talk • become quiet or quieter • wash by removing particles • run water over the ground to erode (soil), revealing the underlying strata and valuable minerals | ||||||||
| modest | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself • not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance adjective satellite • not large but sufficient in size or amount • free from pomp or affectation • low or inferior in station or quality • humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness • relatively moderate, limited, or small | ||||||||
| muted | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
adjective satellite • in a softened tone • being or made softer or less loud or clear | ||||||||
| placidity | nounn | |||||||
noun • a feeling of calmness; a quiet and undisturbed feeling • a disposition free from stress or emotion | ||||||||
| plain | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • not elaborate or elaborated; simple • lacking patterns especially in color noun • extensive tract of level open land • a basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stitch from the lefthand side adverb • unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') adjective satellite • clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment • not mixed with extraneous elements • free from any effort to soften to disguise • lacking embellishment or ornamentation • lacking in physical beauty or proportion verb • express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness | ||||||||
