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Definitions

discreet

[dih-skreet] / dɪˈskrit /
ADJECTIVE
cautious, sensible
Synonyms
STRONGEST
attentive careful considerate intelligent noncommittal prudent reasonable restrained tactful thoughtful watchful
WEAK
alert awake cagey calculating chary circumspect civil conservative controlled diplomatic discerning discriminating gingerly guarded having foresight heedful judicious like a clam moderate not rash observant on lookout politic precautious reserved safe sagacious strategic temperate vigilant wary wise worldly-wise
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless heedless idiotic inattentive incautious inconsiderate negligent stupid thoughtless unmindful unthoughtful
WEAK
foolish indiscreet rash reckless uncareful undiscerning

Example Sentences

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Finally, I allowed myself a discreet peek over my shoulder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

For decades a narrow waterway in Ganvie, Benin has been a discreet rendezvous point for young couples to meet -- safe under cover of darkness, far away from strict families and prying eyes.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

So the device isn’t as discreet in some regards, but future models might be harder to spot.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

President "Cirro", as he is known in Somaliland, shared images on social media of the closed-door event, which was reportedly organised by the Greek House Davos programme, a private forum for discreet high-level gatherings.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

When accessorizing your language, remember that a little jewelry goes a long way. discreet silence.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.