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quietly

/ˈkwaɪ.ət.li/
qui · et · ly
Adjective:quiet
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• adverb

1

In a manner that produces little or no noise or sound.

Example

"The students read quietly in the library while waiting for the afternoon seminar to begin."

2

In a calm, gentle, or peaceful manner, without excitement, agitation, or fuss.

Example

"After retiring from the university, the couple lived quietly in a small coastal village."

3

Without attracting public attention; discreetly, privately, or confidentially.

Example

"The board of directors resolved the dispute quietly to avoid negative publicity."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'quiet' (borrowed from Old French quiete and Latin quietus, meaning 'at rest, calm, or peaceful') combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Quietly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/quietly
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