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- [dih-skreet]
- /dɪˈskrit/
- /dɪˈskriːt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-skreet]
- /dɪˈskrit/
Definitions of discreetly word
- adjective discreetly judicious in one's conduct or speech, especially with regard to respecting privacy or maintaining silence about something of a delicate nature; prudent; circumspect. 1
- adjective discreetly showing prudence and circumspection; decorous: a discreet silence. 1
- adjective discreetly modestly unobtrusive; unostentatious: a discreet, finely wrought gold necklace. 1
- noun discreetly Acting in a discreet manner; one that respects privacy or secrecy; quietly; diplomatically. 1
- adverb discreetly in an inconspicuous way 1
- adverb discreetly Inconspicuously. 0
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Origin of discreetly
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English discret < Anglo-French, Old French < Medieval Latin discrētus, Latin: separated (past participle of discernere; see discern), equivalent to dis- dis-1 + crē- separate, distinguish (variant stem of cernere) + -tus past participle suffix
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Parts of speech for Discreetly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
discreetly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for discreetly
adv discreetly
- deliberately — carefully weighed or considered; studied; intentional: a deliberate lie.
- intentionally — done with intention or on purpose; intended: an intentional insult.
- carefully — cautious in one's actions: Be careful when you cross the street.
- cautiously — showing, using, or characterized by caution: a cautious man; To be cautious is often to show wisdom.
- consciously — aware of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, etc.
adverb discreetly
- inconspicuously — not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
- subtly — thin, tenuous, or rarefied, as a fluid or an odor.
- unnoticeably — attracting notice or attention; capable of being noticed: a noticeable lack of interest.
- unobtrusively — not obtrusive; inconspicuous, unassertive, or reticent.
- tasteful — having, displaying, or in accordance with good taste: tasteful clothing; a tasteful room.
Antonyms for discreetly
adv discreetly
- unintentionally — not intentional or deliberate: an unintentional omission from the list.
- incompletely — not complete; lacking some part.
- partially — being such in part only; not total or general; incomplete: partial blindness; a partial payment of a debt.
- inadequately — not adequate or sufficient; inept or unsuitable.
- carelessly — If someone does something carelessly, they do it without much thought or effort.
adverb discreetly
- obviously — easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident: an obvious advantage.
- indiscreetly — not discreet; lacking prudence, good judgment, or circumspection: an indiscreet remark.
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