Definition of DISCREET

discreet

Meanings

Adjective

  • marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint
    • "his trusted discreet aide"
    • "a discreet, finely wrought gold necklace"

Adjective Satellite

  • unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic
    • "a discreet silence"
  • heedful of potential consequences
    • "a discreet investor"

Adj

  • Respectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.
  • Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English discrete, from Old French discret, from Latin discrētus, from past participle of discernere. Doublet of discrete.

Antonyms

indiscreet

Scrabble Score: 11

discreet is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
discreet is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
discreet is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

discreet is a valid Words With Friends word