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Another word for discreet

discreet Synonyms

discreet

modif.

cautious, prudent, circumspect, careful, guarded, politic, diplomatic, tactful, reserved, reticent, restrained, unostentatious, unobtrusive, modest, discerning, discriminating, observant of decencies, decorous, not rash, safe, wise, judicious, well-judged, strategic, noncommittal, sagacious, heedful, civil, sensible, chary, wary, watchful, attentive, considerate, trustworthy, uncommunicative, secretive, close-mouthed, close-lipped, tight-lipped; see also careful, judicious, thoughtful 2.

Antonyms indiscreet, rash*, ostentatious. See syn. study at careful.careful.

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Another word for discreet

adjective

Showing sensitivity and skill in dealing with others:
delicate, diplomatic, politic, sensitive, tactful. See ability
Kept within sensible limits:
conservative, moderate, reasonable, restrained, temperate. See plain, restraint

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I imagine if there are aliens, they've been discreet for a reason.
"And Ully, be discreet," he added.
He specializes in discreet, highly contained domestic counter insurgency and counterterrorism operations.
They were at another discreet location, this one nestled between the peaks of two mountains.
They sat dutifully, sharing the pillow, and were calm for several moments before a discreet elbow match broke out between them.

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