silently

ADVERB

without noise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

calmly quietly

STRONG

mutely wordlessly

WEAK

as still as a mouse noiselessly soundlessly speechlessly stilly without a sound

Example Sentences

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Unbeknownst to its more than 800 members, Flod had been lurking in the public group for years, silently celebrating each new mention of Pinky.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

He stood silently next to Rodríguez, as did her brother.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Osteopenia itself does not usually cause symptoms and it develops silently over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 25, 2026

Bristling with sensors and electronic eyes, robotaxis are appearing on London's streets, slipping silently between red buses and black cabs, as companies battle to lead Europe's emerging autonomous vehicle market.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

So I silently make my promise to Hannie.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

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