Discreet (adjective)

  1. Careful not to attract attention; prudent.
  2. Careful not to make a noise or disturbance.
  3. Careful not to reveal sensitive information.
  4. Not obtrusive or conspicuous.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french discret, from latin discretus "separate, distinct", from the verb discernere (see discern).

Examples:

  1. She was discreet in her manner.
  2. He was discreet in his approach.
  3. The operation was conducted in a discreet manner.
  4. The agent was discreet in his investigation.
  5. The hotel is discreetly situated.
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