1
as in intelligent
having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech
he was very discreet, only saying what was necessary
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as in invisible
not readily seen or noticed
with a discreet gesture, she signalled to her husband that she was ready to leave the party
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Recent Examples of discreet
Trimlight’s system operates on low-voltage 12V power, delivering energy-efficient performance while maintaining a clean, discreet appearance during daylight hours.
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Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Quiet and discreet, the hotel is steps away from the gleaming dome of the State House, Boston Common, and the Freedom Trail.
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Tanya Edwards,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 June 2026
Today, Nemahsis stylishly wears a dark brown scarf on her head with large earrings and discreet makeup for a natural vibe.
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Michael Hollett,
SPIN,
14 June 2026
Even so, many professional baseball players smoked cigarettes into the 1970s, while the more discreet practice of chewing tobacco persisted longer.
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Tom Reinsfelder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Quiet and discreet, the hotel is steps away from the gleaming dome of the State House, Boston Common, and the Freedom Trail.
—
Tanya Edwards,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 June 2026
Today, Nemahsis stylishly wears a dark brown scarf on her head with large earrings and discreet makeup for a natural vibe.
—
Michael Hollett,
SPIN,
14 June 2026
Even so, many professional baseball players smoked cigarettes into the 1970s, while the more discreet practice of chewing tobacco persisted longer.
—
Tom Reinsfelder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for discreet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
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The human brain is the ultimate existence proof that intelligent systems that are vastly more energy-efficient than today’s AI are physically possible.
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It was revered for its intelligent satire of modern society and materialism, providing sight gags and slapstick humor for kids while proving relatable for young adults learning to navigate life.
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But the things that actually blow up a deal are invisible.
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Man, to see that Curaçao player — in a moment that’s quite important to him, that is earned over so many years of effort — give a slight nod to the invisible man, that warms my heart and brings a smile to my face.
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Berkeley adopted a more cautious approach.
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The data also points to a more cautious approach to automation than much of the AI industry’s messaging might suggest.
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For perpetrators, upskirting is a crime committed in seconds, often unnoticed.
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This launch coincides with widespread, often unnoticed, AI integration by Google and OpenAI into business tools.
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Keeping their core together seems like a prudent move.
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Perhaps the radical thought of a black woman as president made this approach seem prudent.
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It’s designed to sit under your clothing to be reasonably unobtrusive, save for two elements.
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David might be the most influential yet unobtrusive trailblazer the Canadian team has ever had.
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The bottom line Borrowers need to be judicious in their mortgage rate approach as the June Fed meeting looms.
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Patton’s judicious use of effects and vocal timbres maximizes the Avetts’ various mise-en-scène atmospheres.
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Test vinegar for colorfastness in an inconspicuous area on colored sheets before using it to freshen them.
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Maybe the score is meant to be inconspicuous so that the tension of the final service takes center stage.
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“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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