Synonyms for Quietly & Similar Words
Definition of quietly
- adverb
- with low volume; "speak softly but carry a big stick"; "she spoke quietly to the child"; "the radio was playing softly"
- with little or no sound; "the class was listening quietly and intently"; "she was crying quietly"
- with little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly'); "her hands rested quietly in her lap"; "the rock star was quietly led out the back door"; "sit here as quiet as you can"
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Writing tips for "quietly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like quiet, restfully, softly can replace "quietly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Quietly" in song lyrics
See how quietly is used in real songs:
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"Zombies of the antiquated nation chatter quietly"
Aesop Rock — Keep Off the Lawn -
"Violently, silently, neatly, quietly"
Bishop Lamont f/ Vanessa Marquez — Personal Chauffeur -
"Cause ain't NOBODY free. We all being watched quietly"
Cunninlynguists — Dying Nation