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 resort feels considerably more secluded than some of its competitors because of this, with each of its discreet 66 cottages (all with private entrances; suites have private pools) enveloped by lazily drooping palm trees and other local fauna.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The case has a discreet USB charging opening as well as an elegant shoulder strap and refined clasp.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
At the Ritz Paris, soundproofed rooms and discreet service create privacy, while the hotel’s location and history keep guests immersed in the rhythms of the city just beyond Place Vendôme.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Thompson-Hernández’s discreet abstention from stereotypical depictions of poverty and gang life would be notable on its own, but that he de facto replaces them with visions of urban stableman who view horses like healers is a powerful substitution.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The case has a discreet USB charging opening as well as an elegant shoulder strap and refined clasp.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
At the Ritz Paris, soundproofed rooms and discreet service create privacy, while the hotel’s location and history keep guests immersed in the rhythms of the city just beyond Place Vendôme.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
Thompson-Hernández’s discreet abstention from stereotypical depictions of poverty and gang life would be notable on its own, but that he de facto replaces them with visions of urban stableman who view horses like healers is a powerful substitution.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
Adjective
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Its intelligent navigation helps ensure effective coverage, while the real-time self-cleaning system helps maintain a cleaner roller with each pass.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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According to Charles Darwin, survival belongs not to the strongest species, nor the most intelligent, but the one most adaptable to change.—
Karim Sadjadpour,
The Atlantic,
31 Jan. 2026
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Breathtaking as the movement is, another, perhaps more wondrous ballet is taking place, largely invisible to the eye.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Early applications show promise, as molecular memristors could enable brain-like computing, while molecular sensors can track single chemical reactions, revealing details invisible to conventional techniques.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Be cautious as this is a poor window for any important actions or decisions.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Veterinarians and agriculture experts are warning Colorado flock owners to be cautious as high pathogen avian influenza is making a return to the region.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps unnoticed among the issues in this state related to housing affordability is the slight reprieve taking place throughout Los Angeles County.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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The tensions haven’t gone unnoticed in Russia, NATO’s biggest threat.—
Lorne Cook,
Fortune,
1 Feb. 2026
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This time, the Chicago Bulls felt it prudent Saturday night to hold out Josh Giddey, Coby White, Nikola Vucevic and Jalen Smith among others.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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The prudent move is likely a quiet deadline or maybe a cheap depth upgrade.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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These sorts of smart fibers aren't new – scientists have been working for some time to embed this technology into textiles for unobtrusive connectivity.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Jan. 2026
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The most reliable way to increase humidity in your home is to invest in an unobtrusive, ultrasonic humidifier.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Starbucks didn’t raise prices in its 2025 fiscal year and has vowed to be judicious about future increases.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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The latter offers a more judicious form of clemency, but only on a parsimonious, individual basis.—
Bernadette Meyler,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Just do your research or test in a small, inconspicuous corner before starting.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2026
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But No Kings has been inconspicuous since October.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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