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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2
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
Irving used a durable Dekton countertop and Brown Jordan cabinetry that conceals appliances and stands up to the elements, as well as flexible seating arrangements and discreet storage to keep pillows and furniture covers tucked safely away.
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Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Reserved and discreet, the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II didn’t seek prominence as a working royal.
—Roberta Mercuri, Vanity Fair, 11 Mar. 2026
Perhaps the most important part of any gold-buying transaction is delivery, and Merchant Gold Group is committed to delivering a seamless, discreet delivery process.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Zambrano centered his closing arguments on claims that Ye was gutting the Ando house without permits and hired Saxon not as a licensed contractor, but to keep the project discreet.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
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Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Reserved and discreet, the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II didn’t seek prominence as a working royal.
—Roberta Mercuri, Vanity Fair, 11 Mar. 2026
Perhaps the most important part of any gold-buying transaction is delivery, and Merchant Gold Group is committed to delivering a seamless, discreet delivery process.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Zambrano centered his closing arguments on claims that Ye was gutting the Ando house without permits and hired Saxon not as a licensed contractor, but to keep the project discreet.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
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The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Beyond his artistic abilities, Jaden is an exceptionally intelligent and well-rounded student.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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For another, the other three teammates are rendered practically invisible, despite being a key part of the movie’s ensemble.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Normally, such events are invisible to telescopes, producing only faint ripples in spacetime.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Conversely, others are far more cautious.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Expelling Iranian diplomatic personnel marks one of Doha’s strongest retaliatory steps to date and signals a possible shift away from its traditionally cautious approach toward Iran.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
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Her impact on San Diego’s artistic community hasn’t gone unnoticed.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Nor did the image go unnoticed by the cardinals who had started gathering in Rome ahead of the conclave set for May 7 – the election process that would decide the new pontiff.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
14 Mar. 2026
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While no city or county government is perfect, the reality is that local governments are the closest to the people and often, the most responsive and fiscally prudent.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
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After seeing what happened to Timothée Chalamet over the past two weeks, OBAA’s strategy of tamping down on any off-the-cuff remarks that could have set off a political firestorm suddenly looks a lot more prudent.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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The interviews themselves are informative, but unobtrusive, and the while intimate footage of Frazier and Reynolds’ personal lives paints a slightly wider picture of their circumstances, their moods in the aftermath of their unfortunate digital breakthroughs is kept largely at an arm’s length.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Cozy Sheet Set Noisy prints are unlikely to have a place in a minimalist home, but Brooklinen’s 270-thread-count sheet sets keep patterns quiet thanks to muted tones and unobtrusive motifs.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Since then, the city has amended its encampment cleanup protocols, including the introduction of tent checks using thermal imaging technology and a more judicious use of heavy machinery.—
Caroline Silva,
AJC.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Whites from Burgundy generally have a judicious use of oak and the right balance of texture, freshness, and complexity to pair with your favorite dishes.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Before washing, test for colorfastness in an inconspicuous area to avoid any potential damage.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Tidy up visible areas while leaving inconspicuous areas as pollinator-friendly spaces.—
Anne Readel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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