Definition of: quiet

(kwī′ət) adjective
1. Being in a state of repose; still; calm; motionless.
2. Free from turmoil, strife, or alarm; tranquil; peaceful.
3. Silent.
4. Gentle or mild of disposition.
5. Undisturbed by din or bustle; retired; secluded: a quiet nook.
6. Restful to the eye; soft in hue; hence, not showy or obtrusive, as dress. See synonyms under CALM, PACIFIC, SEDATE, SOBER.
—noun The condition or quality of being free from motion, disturbance, noise, etc.; peace; calm. See synonyms under REST¹.
—v.t. & v.i. To make or become quiet: often with down. See synonyms under ALLAY, REPRESS, SETTLE, TRANQUILIZE.
—adverb In a quiet or peaceful manner. [<OF quiete <L quietus <quies rest, repose. Doublet of COY.]
—qui′et·ly adverb
—qui′et·ness noun