Quiescently: meaning, definitions and examples

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quiescently

 

[ kwษชหˆษ›sษ™ntli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

state of being

Quiescently refers to a state of tranquility or restfulness, free from disturbance or agitation. In this sense, it describes a manner of being passive, inactive, or dormant, allowing for a period of inactivity or calmness. This term can often be related to both physical and mental states, indicating a peaceful and undisturbed condition.

Synonyms

calmly, peacefully, quietly, still, tranquilly

Examples of usage

  • The lake lay quiescently under the moonlight.
  • The quiescently blooming flowers added serenity to the garden.
  • He quiescently pondered over his life's choices.

Translations

Translations of the word "quiescently" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quiescentemente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเค‚เคคเคฟเคชเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคตเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ruhend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tenang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟะพะบั–ะนะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cicho

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้™ใ‹ใซ (shizuka ni)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tranquillement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tranquilamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sakin bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ์šฉํžˆ (joyeonghi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู‡ุฏูˆุก (bihudลซ)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klidnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pokojne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎ‰้™ๅœฐ (ฤn jรฌng de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mirno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรณlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั‹ะฝั‹ัˆั‚ั‹า›ะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒจแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒแƒ“ (mshvidad)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sakit ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tranquilamente

Etymology

The word 'quiescently' derives from the Latin term 'quiescere', meaning 'to rest or to be quiet'. This Latin root is related to 'quies', which translates to 'rest' or 'peace'. The term has evolved through Middle English into its current modern form in English usage. Traditionally, it has been used in scientific and literary contexts to describe states of inactivity or stillness, particularly in reference to biological processes or peaceful environments. The concept of quiescence is often invoked in discussions about restorative states in both nature and human behavior, highlighting the importance of balance between action and rest.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,220, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.