Discreet

adjective

/dɪˈskɹiːt/

Word Frequency: 1.9

Definitions

1.adjectiveRespectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.

"John just doesn't understand that laughing at Mary all day is not very discreet."

2.adjectiveNot drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.

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