quieting
nounUK /ˈkwaɪətɪŋ/
US /ˈkwaɪətɪŋ/
The act of making something or someone become quiet.
The quieting of the classroom helped everyone focus on the story.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Making a sound or noise softer or stopping it.
The quieting of the loud music let the baby sleep.
3. Helping someone feel less worried or upset.
Her gentle voice had a quieting effect on the crying child.
4. Becoming less busy or active.
The quieting of the streets after the festival made the town feel peaceful.
5. Reducing the strength of something, like a feeling or complaint.
The quieting of his fears came after he talked to his friend.