quietly
Pronunciation: [ˈkwaɪətli]
Word
Context: “behavior”
(adverb) in a way that does not make much noise. When you do something quietly, you are being soft and gentle. It's like when you tiptoe around the house so you don't wake anyone up.
Example
She spoke quietly so she wouldn’t disturb the people studying in the library.
Example
He didn’t quietly leave the room; he slammed the door and made a loud noise.
Example
Can you whisper quietly enough to not be heard?
Context: “manner”
(adverb) in a calm or peaceful way. When you do something quietly, you are not being loud or chaotic. It's like sitting silently to enjoy a beautiful sunset.
Example
They enjoyed the movie quietly, without talking or making a fuss.
Example
The kids weren't being quiet; they were laughing and shouting during the film.
Example
Why do we need to act quietly during the presentation?
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