discreet
Etymology

From Middle English discrete, from Old French discret, from Latin discrētus, from past participle of discernere.

Pronunciation
  • IPA: /dɪˈskɹiːt/
Adjective

discreet

  1. Respectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.
    With a discreet gesture, she reminded him to mind his manners.
    John just doesn't understand that laughing at Mary all day is not very discreet.
  2. Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.
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