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adjective

Definition of hushednext
1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar entered the hushed interior of the Gothic church

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2
as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance the hushed lake was smooth as glass the morning after the storm

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3
as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound a hushed sickroom

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4
as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace hushed negotiations between the two countries

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hushed

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verb

past tense of hush
1
as in cooled
to become still and orderly the whole room hushed when the queen made her entrance

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2
as in quieted (down)
to stop talking the principal asked the children to hush and pay attention during the ceremony

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as in shushed
to stop the noise or speech of he tried to hush the baby by making a lot of silly faces

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hushed
  1. quiet
  2. tranquil
  3. confidential
  4. cooled
  5. peaceful
  6. serene
  7. silent
  8. private
Adjective
  • Finns are quiet and reserved compared to, well, Americans.
    Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The work reverberates with quiet yet powerful symbolism paying tribute to Gonzalez’s deep roots in San Antonio and her significant contributions to the community.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of quiet
Adjective
  • After making the roughly 30-mile journey north from Tahiti, Brando found 12 small coral islets, or motus, encircling a tranquil lagoon.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Once a favorite spot for the young composer Fryderyk Chopin, this tranquil oasis invites you to pause and relax.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of tranquil
Adjective
  • Justice Department regulations call for special counsels appointed by the attorney general to submit a confidential report at the conclusion of their investigations.
    Eric Tucker and Alanna Durkin Richer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Customized and confidential mental therapy sessions.
    Aditya Malik, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of confidential
Verb
  • But the anger that fueled once-unthinkable scenes of vandalism has cooled.
    Saif Hasnat Atul Loke, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Looking forward A number of sectors cooled, while others heated up.
    Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of cooled
Adjective
  • Dunn said he was disappointed that the Senate was unable to reach the two-thirds threshold needed to convict Trump after he was impeached by the House for his role in the Jan. 6 riots and his attempt to delay the peaceful transfer of power.
    Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The peaceful transfer of power is a hallmark of our democracy — especially when elections do not turn in our favor.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • Indulge in an authentic Bhutanese Hot Stone Bath, enjoy a serene soak in the indoor heated pool or take advantage of a free daily yoga class.
    Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Whatever your personal design style, color will play a big part in setting the tone for your home, and these sage green decorating ideas can be part of a restful, serene environment.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
  • In many organizations, there is a silent understanding that more hours equate to high performance.
    Lieke ten Brummelhuis, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The General Year: 1926 Runtime: 1h 15m Directors: Clyde Bruckman and Buster Keaton Truly classic comedies can be hard to find on streaming services, so take this chance to watch an all-timer, one of the best silent movies ever made.
    Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of silent
Adjective
  • One daddy gone, another come—Hoover makes a fable about the private and cyclical dangers of a certain kind of New England family.
    Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Despite warnings from local officials and the FAA to keep private drones away from Southern California air spaces currently being used for fire suppression, Luna said the sheriff's office has dealt with at least two drone incidents since the wildfires broke out, resulting in three arrests.
    Sarah Lynch Baldwin, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2025
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