What is another word for quite
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quite
/kwaɪt/
To a very significant extent or degree; completely.
Antonyms of quite
Adjectives
Strongest matches:
- loud
- noisy
Weak matches:
- noticeable
- pronounced
Adverbs
Strongest matches:
- slightly
- barely
Weak matches:
- somewhat
- partially
Synonyms
fairly, rather, somewhat, moderately, relatively, pretty, reasonably, slightly, enough, adequately, passably
Usage examples:
1. The library was quite peaceful, making it the perfect spot for studying.
2. I was quite surprised to see her at the party since she mentioned she had other plans.
3. They've done a quite impressive job renovating the old museum.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a common antonym for 'quite' when used to mean 'completely'?
A common antonym for 'quite' in the sense of 'completely' would be 'partially.' While 'quite' suggests totality or completeness, 'partially' implies something is only in part or not fully.
If 'quite' is used to enhance an adjective, like 'quite interesting,' what is an antonym that could be used instead?
In this context, an antonym for 'quite' could be 'barely' or 'hardly.' So, instead of saying something is 'quite interesting,' saying it is 'barely interesting' or 'hardly interesting' would convey the opposite level of interest.
Can 'quite' have an antonym when expressing agreement or affirmation, such as in 'quite so'?
Yes, in expressing agreement, 'quite so' can be contrasted with 'not at all' or 'far from it.' These phrases express disagreement or the opposite of affirmation that 'quite so' conveys.
Is there a general antonym for 'quite' that works in most contexts where 'quite' is used to mean 'to a great extent'?
A general antonym for 'quite' in the sense of 'to a great extent' would be 'slightly' or 'minimally.' These terms suggest a much lesser degree or extent than what is implied by 'quite.'