quietness

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)

quietness
    n 1: the property of making no sound [syn: {quietness},
         {soundlessness}]
    2: a state of peace and quiet [syn: {tranquillity},
       {tranquility}, {quietness}, {quietude}]

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Quietness \Qui"et*ness\, n.
   The quality or state of being quiet; freedom from noise,
   agitation, disturbance, or excitement; stillness;
   tranquillity; calmness.
   [1913 Webster]

         I would have peace and quietness.        --Shak.
   [1913 Webster]