A quiet spell is often referred to as a lull, a period of silence or a respite. It can also be described as a period of calm or tranquility, a peaceful phase or a hiatus. Other synonyms for quiet spell include a break, a pause, a cessation and a rest. It may also be known as a stillness, a hush or a moment of serenity. The term can be further replaced with words such as silence, calmness, smoothness and composure. Whatever the word, a quiet spell often refers to a brief period of respite from what can often seem like a busy, chaotic world.