discreteness

noun

Definition of discretenessnext
as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct the discreteness of the sonnets is given visual emphasis by having each one on a separate page

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Recent Examples of discreteness There are hints for a discreteness in some approaches to quantum gravity, for example string theory or loop quantum gravity, but the situation is far from clear. — Quanta Magazine, 18 May 2026
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  1. distinction
  2. separation
  3. discrimination
Noun
  • That distinction could become central to Maduro’s attempt to separate his case from that of former Panamanian strongman Manuel Noriega, one of the closest historical comparisons.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • That distinction becomes important as benchmarks approach their ceilings.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of distinction
Noun
  • The burst and ability to create separation jumped out, as did his calm and composed finish, all at seemingly peak speed.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026
  • This direct separation reduces the total volume of fuel processing equipment by more than ninety percent, while significantly shrinking the amount of hazardous radioactive tritium that a plant must keep on site.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of separation
Noun
  • Tayfun Coskun / Anadolu via Getty Images Two former Golden State Warriors employees have sued the NBA franchise, alleging gender, age and race-based discrimination, workplace harassment and retaliation tied to their terminations.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • For now, families say their children have to manage the judgement that comes with HIV, which can translate to discrimination against them and their siblings.
    — Betsy Joles, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of discrimination

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“Discreteness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreteness. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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