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quietOne entry found. Main Entry: 2quiet Function: adjective Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French quiete, from Latin quietus, from past participle of quiescere Date: 14th century 1 a : marked by little or no motion or activity : calm <a quiet sea> b : gentle, easygoing <a quiet temperament> c : not interfered with <quiet reading> d : enjoyed in peace and relaxation <a quiet cup of tea> — qui·et·ly adverb — qui·et·ness noun
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