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Circumspect vs Discreet - What's the difference?

circumspect | discreet |

Discreet is a synonym of circumspect.



As adjectives the difference between circumspect and discreet

is that circumspect is carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent while discreet is respectful of privacy or secrecy; quiet; diplomatic.

circumspect

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
    • Being aware of the danger of upsetting her audience, she was somewhat circumspect in her comments.

    Synonyms

    * (carefully aware of all circumstances) cautious, chary, prudent, thoughtful, vigilant, wary

    Derived terms

    * circumspectly * circumspective

    Related terms

    * circumspection

    discreet

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Respectful of privacy or secrecy; quiet; diplomatic.
    • With a discreet gesture, she reminded him to mind his manners.
    John just doesn't understand that laughing at Mary all day is not very discreet .
  • Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.

    • Usage notes

    * Do not confuse with discrete .

    Derived terms

    * discreetly * discretion

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