DISCREET: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for DISCREET?

Need another word that means the same as “discreet”? Find 9 synonyms and 30 related words for “discreet” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Discreet” are: circumspect, discerning, careful, cautious, wary, chary, guarded, unobtrusive, inconspicuous

Discreet as an Adjective

Definitions of "Discreet" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “discreet” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially in order to keep something confidential or to avoid embarrassment.
• Heedful of potential consequences.
• Intentionally unobtrusive.
• Unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic.
• Marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint.

Synonyms of "Discreet" as an adjective (9 Words)

careful	Prudent in the use of something, especially money. Careful of the rights of others.
cautious	(of a person) careful to avoid potential problems or dangers. The plan received a cautious welcome.
chary	Cautiously or suspiciously reluctant to do something. She had been chary of telling the whole truth.
circumspect	Wary and unwilling to take risks. Physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use.
discerning	Able to make or detect effects of great subtlety; sensitive. The brasserie attracts discerning customers.
guarded	Prudent. Guarded optimism.
inconspicuous	Not clearly visible or attracting attention. He pushed the string through an inconspicuous hole.
unobtrusive	Not conspicuous or attracting attention. The service was unobtrusive and efficient.
wary	Marked by keen caution and watchful prudence. They were wary in their movements.

Usage Examples of "Discreet" as an adjective

• A discreet investor.
• We made some discreet inquiries.
• A discreet cough.
• A discreet silence.

Associations of "Discreet" (30 Words)

advisable	(of a course of action) to be recommended; sensible. It is advisable to carry one of the major credit cards.
advised	Having received information. Be kept advised.
alert	A warning serves to make you more alert to danger. Alert to the problems.
attentive	Paying close attention to something. An attentive suitor.
aware	Concerned and well informed about a particular situation or development. Became aware of her surroundings.
beware	Be cautious and alert to risks or dangers. Shoppers were warned to beware of cut price fakes.
careful	Prudent in the use of something, especially money. He was very careful of his reputation.
carefulness	The trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger. I admired the carefulness of his work.
cautious	People who are fearful and cautious. A cautious driver.
chary	Cautiously or suspiciously reluctant to do something. Chary of the risks involved.
circumspect	Heedful of potential consequences. The officials were very circumspect in their statements.
discerning	Having or revealing keen insight and good judgment. A discerning editor.
discreetly	In an intentionally unobtrusive manner. He discreetly inquired whether the position was still available.
distinct	Recognizable; marked. The word nationalism is used in at least two distinct senses.
forethought	Planning or plotting in advance of acting. Jim had the forethought to book in advance.
judicious	Marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters. The judicious use of public investment.
judiciously	In a judicious manner. His work has been carefully and judiciously edited.
knack	A special way of doing something. He had a knack for communicating.
modesty	The quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level. Modesty forbade her to undress in front of so many people.
perfunctory	Hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough. He gave a perfunctory nod.
precaution	A precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. He put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution.
prudent	Careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment. No prudent money manager would authorize a loan without first knowing its purpose.
sensible	(of an object) practical and functional rather than decorative. It will effect a sensible reduction in these figures.
tact	Consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense. The inspector broke the news to me with tact and consideration.
tactful	Showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people. A tactful remark eased her embarrassment.
thoughtful	Taking heed giving close and thoughtful attention. Her work is thoughtful and provocative.
vigilant	Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. The burglar was spotted by vigilant neighbours.
wary	Marked by keen caution and watchful prudence. They were wary in their movements.
watchful	Watching someone or something closely; alert and vigilant. Twenty watchful weary tedious nights.
wise	Sensible or prudent. It would be wise to discuss the matter with the chairman.