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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
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The word quietude
While using the word quietude, it seems like we can't say: A quietude.
But is it okay to say: an absolute quietude.
If we're qualifying it with adjectives, would it be okay? Does it work the same way for other words as well?
But is it okay to say: an absolute quietude.
If we're qualifying it with adjectives, would it be okay? Does it work the same way for other words as well?
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It is a word that is little used nowadays. Use 'an absolute quiet'. But yes, your understanding is generally correct.
- It is a word that is little used nowadays.
- Use 'an absolute quiet'.
- But yes, your understanding is generally correct.
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It is a word that is little used nowadays. Use 'an absolute quiet'. But yes, your understanding is generally correct.
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You need a context in which it would make sense. Modifying a noun with an adjective is not enough. This topic has been discussed many times in relation to uncountable/abstract nouns.
As Peter is being laid to rest, John is standing right next to the grave in absolute quietude; a quietude that no words can ever describe.
I think it's possible to use 'a quietude' like this. What d
As Peter is being laid to rest, John is standing right next to the grave in absolute quietude; a quietude that no words can ever describe.
I think it's possible to use 'a quietude' like this. What d
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Yes, quietude it is like the noun 'silence'. You would not say 'a silence' but you can say 'in silence' or 'an absolute silence'.
An editor would probably cross out the word 'quietude' in your copy as being obsolete and change it to silence, quiet, peace, repose, or tranquillity.
TrysB
An editor would probably cross out the word 'quietude' in your copy as being obsolete and change it to silence, quiet, peace, repose, or tranquillity.
TrysB
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