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"Silent" vs. "quiet": comparing subtle shades of calm
Anwar Kareem 02/11/2024, 10:04English.me team member
What is similar?
Both words relate to low noise or lack of sound.
What is different?
Silent implies complete absence of sound, while quiet indicates a low level of noise, not necessarily absence.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Silent- The room was silent after the announcement.
- She remained silent during the entire meeting.
- Please keep the noise down and be quiet.
- The neighborhood is very quiet at night.
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