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Discreet vs Indiscretion - What's the difference?

discreet | indiscretion |

As an adjective discreet

is respectful of privacy or secrecy; quiet; diplomatic.

As a noun indiscretion is

indiscretion.

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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    indiscretion

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • The quality or state of being indiscreet; want of discretion; imprudence; rashness.
  • An indiscreet or imprudent act; indiscreet behavior.
  • A brief sexual liaison.

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