cloistral silence
noun phrase
Meaning
A profound, undisturbed quietness reminiscent of the atmosphere within a secluded monastery or convent.
Examples
- The mountain retreat offered a cloistral silence that allowed the monks to meditate without distraction.
- Deep in the forest, the hikers enjoyed a cloistral silence broken only by the distant rustle of leaves.
Synonyms: quiet, stillness, tranquility, seclusion