What does QUITE mean?

Dictionary Entry for "quite"

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition:

1. To the utmost or most absolute extent or degree; absolutely; completely.

2. To a certain or fairly significant extent; rather; somewhat.

Pronunciations:

US: /kwaɪt/

UK: /kwaɪt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "quite" originated from the Middle English word "quit" which means "free" or "released". The word "quite" was first used in the 14th century and has been used in the English language ever since. "Quite" is commonly used in both American and British English and has a variety of meanings depending on the context in which it is used.

Synonyms:

1. Absolutely

2. Completely

3. Entirely

4. Totally

5. Wholly

Related Words:

1. Quiet

2. Quilt

3. Quite

4. Quirk

5. Quill

Example Sentences:

1. The new restaurant is quite expensive.

2. He was quite sure that he had left his keys on the table.

3. She was quite tired after running the marathon.

4. The view from the top of the mountain is quite breathtaking.

5. The movie was quite good, but not great.