🤫discreet

adjective
/dɪˈskriːt/

Meaning

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

Example Sentences

She was discreet about the details of their conversation.

Example Expressions

discreet silence

Synonyms

cautious, tactful, careful, prudent, diplomatic

Antonyms

careless, reckless, indiscreet

Collocations

discreet manner, discreet silence, discreet charm, discreet glance

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