stilly

1 of 2

adverb

stil·​ly ˈstil-lē 

: in a calm manner : quietly

stilly

2 of 2

adjective

ˈsti-lē 

: still, quiet

Synonyms

Adjective

• arcadian
• calm
• hushed
• peaceful
• placid
• quiet
• restful
• serene
• still
• tranquil

Examples of stilly in a Sentence

Adjective

bats taking flight in the stilly summer evening

dipping my paddle into the stilly water, I began canoeing across the pond

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

still entry 4 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

Adverb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1722, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

stilly

adjective

ˈstil-ē

: showing stillness : calm, quiet