Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quietly
adverb
/ˈkwaɪ.ət.li/
Definition
In a manner that produces little or no noise.
Examples
- She spoke quietly to avoid waking the baby.
- He walked quietly through the library, respecting the quiet atmosphere.
- The leaves fluttered quietly in the gentle breeze.
Meaning
The term ‘quietly’ refers to an action being performed with minimal sound or disturbance.
Synonyms
- Silently
- Softly
- Calmly
- Hushed
- Subdued