quieten
15 synonyms and 0 antonyms for quieten, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make quiet, or to become quiet.
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Etymology
Formed from "quiet" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en," much like "soften" from "soft."
Full origin of quieten →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.