quietly

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   Making little or no sound.

   The children sat quietly during the film.

2. 2
   adv

   In a calm way, without fuss or attention.

   She quietly left the party before anyone noticed.

From Middle English quietely, quyetly, equivalent to quiet + -ly.

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