quietly

Definition

In a quiet manner.

Etymology

From Middle English quietely, quyetly, equivalent to quiet + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "When Timothy and Julia hurried up the staircase to the bedroom floor, where a considerable commotion was taking place, Tim took Barry Leach with him.[…]. The captive made no resistance and came not only quietly but in a series of eager little rushes like a timid dog on a choke chain."