The stadium fell silent after the goal was scored.
Synonyms and examplesquietThere was a quiet tapping at the door.
soft"Come here!" he said in a soft voice.
muffledI could hear muffled voices from the next room.
faintThere was the faint sound of traffic in the distance.
hushedThe judge delivered his decision to a crowded but hushed courtroom.
Antonym and exampleloudHis music's so loud - he needs to turn it down!
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sleepy
tranquil
restful
sequestered
taciturn
abrupt
curtdisapproving
terse
short
laconicformal
not waste words
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Something that is quietdoes not make much noise. A quiet place or eventdoes not have much activity, excitement, or peoplein it. People who are quietdo not speak much or often.