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discretely

/dɪˈskriːt.li/
dis · crete · ly
Adjective:discrete
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• adverb

1

In a separate, distinct, or individual manner; as unconnected or non-continuous parts or units.

Example

"The sensor records temperature readings discretely at five-minute intervals rather than as a continuous stream."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'discretely' (meaning separately, individually, or in distinct parts) with its homophone 'discreetly' (meaning carefully, tactfully, or without attracting attention).

• Rhymes for discretely

• Nearby Words

discrepancy
discrepantly
discrete
discretely
discretion
discretional
discretionally

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'discrete' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Discrete' derives from Latin 'discretus', the past participle of 'discernere' ('to separate or distinguish').

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