quietness

Noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being quiet; freedom from noise, agitation, disturbance, or excitement; stillness; tranquillity; calmness.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

silence tranquillity quietude soundlessness tranquility shiloh hush still order rest reserve serenity peace ease quiet
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Antonyms

clank tinkle music modulation pulsation jingle
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Hypernyms

quiet silence calmness

Hyponyms

serenity peace relaxation repose easiness peacefulness

Phrases with the word

absolute quietness

Examples

With Jackson there was quiet solitude. Just to sit and look at the landscape. An inner quietness. After dinner, to sit on the back porch and look at the light. No need for talking. For any kind of communication. Lee Krasner

Prayer is commission. Out of the quietness with God, power is generated that turns the spiritual machinery of the world. When you pray, you begin to feel the sense of being sent, that the divine compulsion is upon you. E. Stanley Jones

Forbearance is the root of quietness and assurance forever. Ieyasu Tokugawa

In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength. Togolese Proverb

Quietness is a great treasure. Romanian Proverb

Quietness is best. Romanian Proverb

Close letter words and terms

quietly and obediently quietly confident quietly talking quietsome quietude quietus