English · Adjectives
quite
/kwaɪt/
[/kwaɪt/]
fairly; completely
Beginneradverb
Definition
Quite means to a fair degree, or in some uses, completely.
Example
The book was quite interesting.
The book was quite interesting.
Etymology
From Middle English 'quite', a form of 'quit' meaning free or clear.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to show a moderate or, sometimes, full degree.