Definition Definition

discreet - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'discreet' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Discreet [ superl.]
- Possessed of discernment, especially in avoiding error or evil, and in the adaptation of means to ends; prudent; sagacious; judicious; not rash or heedless; cautious.
- Differing; distinct.

Meaning of 'discreet' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . discreet [ a]
Meaning (1):
- marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint
Example in sentence:
  • a discreet, finely wrought gold necklace;
  • his trusted discreet aide
2 . discreet [ s]
Meaning (2):
- unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic
Example in sentence:
  • a discerning editor;
  • a discreet silence
Meaning (3):
- heedful of potential consequences
Example in sentence:
  • a discreet investor;
  • circumspect actions;
  • physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use