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quieten

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Verb — To make quiet, or to become quiet.

Etymology

Formed from "quiet" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en," much like "soften" from "soft."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “quieten” mean?

The word “quieten” means to make quiet, or to become quiet. In plain terms, to become quiet, or to make something or someone quiet.

How do you pronounce “quieten”?

“Quieten” is pronounced KWEYE-uh-tuhn (/ˈkwaɪ.ə.tən/ in IPA).

How do you use “quieten” in a sentence?

Here is “quieten” used in a sentence: “The teacher asked the class to quieten down.”

What part of speech is “quieten”?

“Quieten” is a verb.

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