Discreet
(adjective)
- Careful not to attract attention; prudent.
- Careful not to make a noise or disturbance.
- Careful not to reveal sensitive information.
- Not obtrusive or conspicuous.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from french discret, from latin discretus "separate, distinct", from the verb discernere (see discern).
Examples:
- She was discreet in her manner.
- He was discreet in his approach.
- The operation was conducted in a discreet manner.
- The agent was discreet in his investigation.
- The hotel is discreetly situated.