quietness
/'kwaiətnis/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The state or condition of being quiet; absence of noise or disturbance: This refers to a situation where there is little or no sound, or a calm and peaceful atmosphere.
- The quality of making little or no sound: This refers to the inherent property of something that does not produce much noise.
- A state of calmness, tranquility, or peacefulness: This extends the meaning to describe a serene mental or emotional state, or a peaceful environment.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The quietness of the library was perfect for studying. (The absence of noise in the library was ideal for concentration.)
- I was struck by the quietness of the electric car's engine. (I was impressed by the property of the engine that made very little sound.)
- After the guests left, a deep quietness settled over the house. (A peaceful and calm atmosphere filled the house.)
- She appreciated the quietness of her morning routine. (She valued the tranquil and undisturbed nature of her mornings.)
Advanced Usage
- "The quietness before the storm": A period of unusual calm or inactivity that often precedes a significant event or period of turmoil.
- The office had an eerie quietness before the merger announcement.
- "To appreciate the quietness": To value or find peace in a silent or calm state.
- Living in the city, he learned to appreciate the quietness of the countryside.
Variants and Related Words
- Quiet (adj/n/v): Making little or no noise; calm; to make or become quiet.
- Quietly (adv): In a quiet manner.
- Quietude (n): A state of stillness, calmness, and quiet. (A more formal synonym).
Synonyms
- Silence: Complete absence of sound.
- Stillness: Lack of movement or sound.
- Tranquility: The quality or state of being calm and peaceful.
- Peacefulness: The state of being free from disturbance.
Antonyms
- Noisiness: The state of being full of noise.
- Loudness: The quality of producing a high volume of sound.
- Commotion: A state of confused and noisy disturbance.
- Tumult: A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.
Related Phrases
- In the quietness of (something): Used to describe an action or feeling experienced within a calm setting.
- He found clarity in the quietness of the early morning.
- To break the quietness: To disrupt a period of silence or calm.
- A sudden phone call broke the quietness of the afternoon.
Noun
- a state of peace and quiet
- the property of making no sound