discreet

adjective

di-ˈskrēt How to pronounce discreet (audio)
Definition of discreetnext
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 They’re drawn by its floor-to-ceiling windows and Hudson River views, plus the porte-cochere that allows discreet access to $500,000 parking spaces away from paparazzi and nosy neighbors. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 8 Oct. 2026 The staff are professional and discreet, with silver service in the two smart restaurants. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Souques describes French service culture as efficient, professional and discreet. — CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026 Each member of the trio is somewhat hidden, tucked behind a secret door or accessible by a discreet elevator, but still in a mix with other eateries. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for discreet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
  1. intelligent
  2. invisible
  3. cautious
  4. unnoticed
  5. prudent
  6. unobtrusive
  7. judicious
  8. inconspicuous
Adjective
  • In an age of intelligent machines, these may be our most essential skills.
    — Halla Tómasdóttir, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Over time, intelligent model routing will make this optimization increasingly dynamic.
    — Pritam Debnath, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of intelligent
Adjective
  • Self-attestation is how most AI security gaps stay invisible until an incident forces a look.
    — TJ Marlin, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Gabi Abrão is a writer and internet entity from Los Angeles whose work aims to develop a language with the invisible.
    — Gabi Abrão, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of invisible
Adjective
  • For now, a Super El Niño offers a reason for cautious optimism — not a promise of a drought-busting winter.
    — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • People with certain medical conditions should be particularly cautious about intense, high-speed rides.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of cautious
Adjective
  • Encounters between police officers and schoolchildren have not gone unnoticed.
    — Kristian Hernández, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Radon exposure can go unnoticed because the gas has no smell or color.
    — Tori Mason, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of unnoticed
Adjective
  • The Royals still must try to be prudent in fixing their relief unit.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Payton will certainly want to prove his decision to take over play-calling from offensive coordinator Davis Webb was a prudent one.
    — Sam Jane, Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of prudent
Adjective
  • The soundbar, subwoofer, and rear speakers come in an unobtrusive Titan Black finish with metal grilles across the front and top.
    — Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Recent reviews of smart-ring research have found strong performance for measurements including heart rate and heart-rate variability, while the tiny size and unobtrusive form make rings particularly well suited to overnight monitoring.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of unobtrusive
Adjective
  • Although bright whites dominate the hotel’s design, the warmth of unvarnished wood furniture does much to temper its starkness, and judicious use of pops of colour – fresh greens, yellows and florals – gives visual interest to the luxe space.
    — Julia Wytrazek, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 2026
  • To ensure his effectiveness and align with his routine, team officials are more judicious in phoning down to the bullpen when he could be used.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of judicious
Adjective
  • Largely inconspicuous from the street, the hotel fits right into the neighborhood, as does the clientele, which tends to be just as well-heeled and stylish as the New Towners that roam the area.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • At the European premiere of Practical Magic 2, Maisie Williams went for a softer yet still-anything- but-inconspicuous interpretation of red eyeliner.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of inconspicuous

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“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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