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    Indiscrétion (en. Indiscretion)

    /ɛ̃.dis.kʁɛ.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The character or behavior of a person who does not keep secrets.
    His indiscretion got him into a lot of trouble.
    Son indiscrétion lui a valu beaucoup d'ennuis.
    The act of disclosing confidential information.
    The indiscretion of journalists caused a scandal.
    L'indiscrétion des journalistes a provoqué un scandale.
    Remarks or actions inappropriate due to their intrusive nature.
    She showed indiscretion by asking personal questions.
    Elle a fait preuve d'indiscrétion en posant des questions personnelles.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'indiscretio', derived from 'indiscretus' meaning 'not discreet'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    without indiscretion
    Without revealing a secret or confidential information.
    sans indiscrétion
    to show indiscretion
    To act in a way that (reveals confidential information).
    faire preuve d'indiscrétion
    a linguistic indiscretion
    A remark made without considering the consequences.
    une indiscrétion de langage

    Related Words

    discretion
    The ability to keep secrets or act with caution.
    discrétion
    secret
    Information kept hidden.
    secret

    Slang Meanings

    Gossip
    She loves to tell gossip about her colleagues.
    Elle adore raconter des potins sur ses collègues.
    Chatter
    This chatter could lead to complications.
    Ce bavardage pourrait entraîner des complications.