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quiet

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2 syllables
5 characters
English (US)
2syllables

quiet

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quiet is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, quiet is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofquiet

1noun
  • The absence of sound; quietness.

    Example: "There was a strange quiet in the normally very lively plaza."

  • The absence of movement; stillness, tranquility
1verb
  • To become quiet, silent, still, tranquil, calm.

    Synonyms: "quiet down", quieten

    Example: "When you quiet, we can start talking."

  • To cause someone to become quiet.

    Synonyms: "quiet down", quieten

    Example: "Can you quiet your child? He's making lots of noise."

1adjective
  • With little or no sound; free of disturbing noise.

    Example: "I can't hear the music; it is too quiet."

  • Having little motion or activity; calm.

    Example: "a quiet night at home"

  • Not busy, of low quantity.

    Example: "Business was quiet for the season."

  • Not talking much or not talking loudly; reserved.

    Example: "He's a very quiet man usually, but is very chatty after a few beers."

  • Not showy; undemonstrative.

    Example: "a quiet dress"

  • Requiring little or no interaction.

    Example: "a quiet install"

1interjection
  • Be quiet.

    Example: "Quiet! The children are sleeping."

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