Meaning & Definition of Discreet in English
English⟶
Discreet
/dɪskrit/
adjective
1. Marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint
- "His trusted discreet aide"
- "A discreet, finely wrought gold necklace"
synonym:
- discreet
2. Unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic
- "A discerning editor"
- "A discreet silence"
synonym:
- discerning,
- discreet
3. Heedful of potential consequences
- "Circumspect actions"
- "Physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use"
- "A discreet investor"
synonym:
- circumspect,
- discreet
Examples of using
Be discreet.
It might be discreet of you to bend a little to the prevailing wind.