Quite/kwaɪt/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Not Absolute Use 'quite' to show something isn't extreme but has a noticeable degree. This math problem is quite difficult, but I think I can solve it. Pro Tip 2/3Softening Statements Use 'quite' to soften a statement, making it less direct. I’m quite sure he’ll be late, as usual. Pro Tip 3/3Understatement 'Quite' can be used to understate or mildly diminish an attribute. She played the piano quite well for a beginner.