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discreetness

/dɪˈskriːt.nəs/
dis · creet · ness
Adverb:discreetly
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Adjective:discreet
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discreetness Lexical Profile

discreetness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information; tact and circumspection.

Example

"The assistant was valued for her absolute discreetness when handling sensitive client records."

2

The quality of being intentionally unobtrusive or modest in appearance or design.

Example

"The security cameras were chosen for their discreetness so they would blend seamlessly into the museum walls."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'discreetness' (prudence, tact, and confidentiality) with 'discreteness' (the state of being separate and distinct). In standard usage, the shorter noun 'discretion' is much more common than 'discreetness' for expressing tact and prudence.

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• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Discreetness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/discreetness
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