Learn how to use the comparative “more silent” and superlative “most silent” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “silent”?

The comparative form of “silent” is “more silent”.

Example

The library is more silent than the cafeteria.

Example

The night was more silent than usual.

What is the superlative form of “silent”?

The superlative form of “silent” is “most silent”.

Example

The desert at night is the most silent place I've ever been.

Example

The abandoned house was the most silent I've ever seen.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "silent" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more silent" and "most silent" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of absence of sound.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Silent" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more silent”

quieter

Used to describe something that makes less noise or sound.

Example

The new dishwasher is quieter than the old one.

calmer

Used to indicate a state of tranquility or peace.

Example

The park is calmer in the early morning.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most silent”

quietest

Used to describe something that makes the least noise or sound.

Example

The soundproof room is the quietest place in the house.

calmest

Used to indicate a state of utmost tranquility or peace.

Example

The meditation retreat was the calmest environment I've experienced.

Using than with comparative “more silent”

When using the comparative form "more silent" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The library is more silent than the cafeteria." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of silence in the library is higher than the level of silence in the cafeteria.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more silent” and “most silent” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Locations

  The forest is more silent than the city.

  The forest is more silent than the city.

• 2. Times

  The night is the most silent time of day.

  The night is the most silent time of day.

• 3. Situations

  The classroom was more silent during the exam.

  The classroom was more silent during the exam.

• 4. Environments

  The underwater world is the most silent place on Earth.

  The underwater world is the most silent place on Earth.