quietness

/ˈkwaɪɪɾnɪs/
/ˈkwaɪɪtnɛs/
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Other forms: quietnesses

Definitions of quietness
  1. noun
    a state of peace and quiet
    synonyms: quietude, tranquility, tranquillity
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    types:
    ataraxis, heartsease, peace, peace of mind, peacefulness, repose, serenity
    the absence of mental stress or anxiety
    easiness, relaxation
    a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry
    dreaminess, languor
    a relaxed comfortable feeling
    type of:
    calmness
    a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement
  2. noun
    the property of making no sound
    synonyms: soundlessness
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    types:
    noiselessness
    the property of making no noise
    type of:
    quiet, silence
    the absence of sound
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