stillness

[ stil-nis ]

noun

1. silence; quiet; hush.
2. the absence of motion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stillness¹

before 1000; Middle English stilnesse, Old English stilnes. See still ¹, -ness

Example Sentences

Shortly after both of my cats died unexpectedly, I could barely tolerate the stillness in my apartment.

From Los Angeles Times

The main sign is a marked contrast in the child's ability to engage with different people, a sudden stillness or frozen facial expression when talking to someone outside their comfort zone.

From BBC

There’s a slight stridency to the character that would benefit from a touch more stillness.

From Los Angeles Times

Robert Wilson, whose productions are unparalleled in their time-stretching stillness, is a master of the very long form.

From Los Angeles Times

The sun was already high, pulsing heat across the stillness of the land.

From BBC

Related Words

• calmness
• hush
• serenity
• tranquility