Quiet
Example: The room is quiet and ideal for studying
Definition
"Quiet" describes a state or environment characterized by the absence or low level of noise, making it calm and peaceful. For example, a "quiet" room is free from loud sounds, creating an ideal atmosphere for concentration or relaxation.
Etymology
The word "quiet" comes from the Latin word 'quietus,' meaning 'restful' or 'at rest.' It entered English through Old French in the late Middle Ages. Did you know? The original Latin root is related to the word 'quies,' which means 'rest' or 'tranquility,' perfectly capturing the essence of being "quiet."
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"Quiet" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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