Quietsome
What it means
Pleasantly quiet and conducive to ease.
Reach for it when using a rare, gentle word for a place or moment of welcome calm
They found a quietsome corner behind the orchard wall.
Words to choose between 5
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warm
Fits when freedom from disturbance is the main quality
Careful Peaceful can include lively sounds.
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warm
Fits when the setting helps restore energy
Careful Restful describes an effect, not silence.
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formal
Fits when untroubled beauty is clearly present
Careful Serene can overstate an ordinary nook.
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literary
hushed
Fits when very low sound defines the atmosphere
Careful Hushed may feel tense or reverential.
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literary
Fits when deep composed calm deserves elegance
Careful Tranquil is stronger than modest quiet.
Opposites 3
- noisy
- restless
- turbulent
Common phrases 3
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quietsome place
A quietsome place beside the reeds became her reading spot.
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quietsome hour
The quietsome hour before dawn belonged to the bakers.
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quietsome retreat
Their quietsome retreat had no television or traffic.
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