quietus
a finishing stroke; anything that effectually ends or settles: Having given a quietus to the argument, she left.
discharge or release from life.
a period of retirement or inactivity.
Origin of quietus
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How to use quietus in a sentence
The briefest glance at David's productivity and output during his tenure there ought to put the quietus on that canard.
No ranchman or hunter would hesitate a moment, under the circumstances, to give him his eternal quietus.
Two Boys in Wyoming | Edward S. EllisHis classical purpose was very satisfactory to my views—forming a permanent quietus to my imaginary forebodings.
Biography and Family Record of Lorenzo Snow | Eliza R. Snow SmithThe Saints took advantage of the quietus, purchased a horse-mill and soon had it in operation, and released the family graters.
Biography and Family Record of Lorenzo Snow | Eliza R. Snow SmithA fortunate occurrence that happened at this time gave its quietus to the unpopular horse-breaking speculation.
Somehow Good | William de Morgan
There is no one to say me nay, or to hold my hand back from giving myself the final quietus.
The Sorrows of Satan | Marie Corelli
British Dictionary definitions for quietus
/ (kwaɪˈiːtəs, -ˈeɪtəs) /
anything that serves to quash, eliminate, or kill: to give the quietus to a rumour
a release from life; death
the discharge or settlement of debts, duties, etc
Origin of quietus
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