Quietude: meaning, definitions and examples
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quietude
[ หkwฤซษหt(y)oอod ]
state of being
Quietude refers to a state of stillness, calmness, and tranquility. It denotes an absence of noise, disturbance, or agitation, often conducive to contemplation or peace. The term is frequently used to describe both physical and mental states of peace.
Synonyms
calm, peace, serenity, stillness, tranquility.
Examples of usage
- She enjoyed the quietude of the empty forest.
- The spa offered a retreat into a serene quietude.
- Finding quietude in meditation helps clear the mind.
- After the storm, there was a beautiful quietude in the air.
Translations
Translations of the word "quietude" in other languages:
๐ต๐น quietude
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคพเคเคคเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Ruhe
- Stille
- Gelassenheit
๐ฎ๐ฉ ketenangan
๐บ๐ฆ ัะธัะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ cisza
๐ฏ๐ต ้ใใ
๐ซ๐ท quiรฉtude
- calme
- tranquillitรฉ
๐ช๐ธ quietud
๐น๐ท sakinlik
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ณ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฏูุก
๐จ๐ฟ klid
๐ธ๐ฐ pokoj
๐จ๐ณ ๅฎ้
๐ธ๐ฎ tiลกina
๐ฎ๐ธ kyrrรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะฝััััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแจแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sรผkunษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ quietud
Etymology
The word 'quietude' originates from the Middle English term 'quietude,' borrowed from the Latin 'quietudinem,' which translates to 'calmness' or 'tranquility.' The Latin root 'quietus' means 'rest' or 'peaceful,' arising from the verb 'quiescere,' meaning 'to rest' or 'to be quiet.' It signifies a state of repose and was commonly used in philosophical and literary contexts to evoke a sense of serenity and stillness. The usage of 'quietude' in English can be traced back to the late 14th century, reflecting a broader cultural appreciation for peace and calm during times of social and political turbulence. Over the centuries, 'quietude' has maintained its connotation of profound stillness and has been employed in both everyday language and poetic expressions.