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
The Indiana Street property is not exactly discreet, with trash, debris, and junk filling up the front lawn.
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Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
The Outdoor Cam Plus is a discreet and effective surveillance tool, with crisp and clear 2K video even in low light conditions, simple setup and versatile mounting to a wide variety of surfaces.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
This is another plus for people who want a medication that is easier to store and more discreet.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
As a nod to the centenary, customers have the option to have the signature Launer rope emblem embellished with crystals and a discreet plaque stamped inside the bag.
—Monique Jessen, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
The Outdoor Cam Plus is a discreet and effective surveillance tool, with crisp and clear 2K video even in low light conditions, simple setup and versatile mounting to a wide variety of surfaces.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
This is another plus for people who want a medication that is easier to store and more discreet.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
As a nod to the centenary, customers have the option to have the signature Launer rope emblem embellished with crystals and a discreet plaque stamped inside the bag.
—Monique Jessen, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
Adjective
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Cold, calculating and highly intelligent, Dedra saw the rebellion coming when none of her other peers did.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 May 2026
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Here, intelligent driving features are ubiquitous, even in affordable models.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Before new visitors arrive, previous visitors’ footsteps are apparently erased by an invisible team of sand-rakers.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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But, unbeknownst to many observers at the time, Graham was enduring even more withering pressures, with determination that was all the more impressive for being almost entirely invisible.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Be cautious of any company that pushes a specific program without understanding your circumstances.—
Rebecca Safier,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Visitors should be cautious about going into a sea cave without a guide, as a swell can flow into it and dramatically raise the water level in a matter of seconds, pushing kayaks into rocks and leaving little air for those trapped inside.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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What seems to have gone unnoticed is that his ballroom will only hold 999 people, but the WHCD had 2,600 people in attendance (dubious math, at best).—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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Surveillance video also captured Recinos sitting on a roof, apparently unnoticed by deputies passing by below.—
Ted Scouten,
Miami Herald,
2 May 2026
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And that’s allowing Fed policymakers to be prudent, waiting on the sidelines to see everything play out before making a call to raise or lower rates, as several of them have said in recent public speeches, particularly the officials who dissented this week.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trading back removed a lot of drama, but was the prudent way to go.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Maitre d' Julia and her team are knowledgeable, friendly, and unobtrusive.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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Their approach is on the unobtrusive side, which adds to the peaceful vibe.—
Chas Newkey-Burden,
TheWeek,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With a pour of salsa roja, tart and hot (but not overly so), or a more judicious application of the punishingly spicy salsa verde, the bean and cheese transforms into a kinetic flavor field of curves and spikes.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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But be judicious about application and follow the label instructions because these products kill beneficial bugs, too.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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On an invitation from McGuire last weekend, Heath returned to Allianz for the first time but was inconspicuous to most while observing the Los Angeles FC match from the suite level.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
1 May 2026
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The resulting look sits squarely between the almost inconspicuous Even G2 and the very noticeable bulk of the Meta Ray-Ben Display.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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