Quietly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Quietly is an adverb meaning In a quiet manner.
Meaning
In a quiet manner.
Example Sentences
When Timothy and Julia hurried up the staircase to the bedroom floor, where a considerable commotion was taking place, Tim took Barry Leach with him.[…]. The captive made no resistance and came not only quietly but in a series of eager little rushes like a timid dog on a choke chain.
Synonyms for quietly
Depending on context, synonyms include quiet, softly, restfully.
Antonyms for quietly
Common opposites include loudly, loud, aloud, noisily, unquietly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include restfully, softly, silence, silently, humbly, unobtrusively.
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