Discreet Definition
dĭ-skrēt
adjective
discreeter, discreetest
Possessed of, exercising, or showing prudence and self-restraint in speech and behavior; circumspect.
The teacher was discreet in discussing the student's behavior. We followed him but kept a discreet distance.
American Heritage
Careful about what one says or does; prudent; esp., keeping silent or preserving confidences when necessary.
Webster's New World
Made, done, or situated so as to attract little notice.
Made a discreet exit out the back door; lovers seeking a discreet place to meet.
American Heritage
Respectful of privacy or secrecy; quiet; diplomatic.
With a discreet gesture, she reminded him to mind his manners.
John just doesn't understand that laughing at Mary all day is not very discreet.
Wiktionary
Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.
Wiktionary
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Other Word Forms of Discreet
Adjective
Base Form:
discreet
Comparative:
discreeter
Superlative:
discreetestOrigin of Discreet
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Middle English from Old French discret from Medieval Latin discrētus from Latin past participle of discernere to separate, discern discern
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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From Old French discret, from Latin discretus, from past participle of discernere.
From Wiktionary
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