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quietest

quietest is the superlative form of quiet.

Meaning of quiet

Adjective

quiet (comparative quieter or more quiet, superlative quietest or most quiet)

  1. With little or no sound; free of disturbing noise.
    • I can't hear the music; it is too quiet.
    Synonyms:
    hushed, muffled
  2. Having little motion or activity; calm.
    • the sea was quiet
  3. Not busy, of low quantity.
    • The traffic was quiet for a Monday morning.
  4. Not talking much or not talking loudly; reserved.
    • He's a very quiet man usually, but is very chatty after a few beers.
  5. Not showy; undemonstrative.
    • a quiet dress
  6. Requiring little or no interaction.
    • a quiet install
    Synonyms:
    silent, unattended

See all 12 meanings of quiet

Questions about quietest

What is quietest the superlative form of?
Quietest is the superlative form of quiet.

Words near quietest in the dictionary

  1. quietenings
  2. quietens
  3. quietens down
  4. quieter
  5. quieters
  6. quietest
  7. quieteth
  8. quietful
  9. quieting
  10. quieting down
  11. quietings

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