discreet
/dɪˈskɹiːt/adjective
Careful about what you say or do so as to protect privacy and avoid embarrassing anyone.
Example sentences
- “A discreet assistant never repeats what she hears in meetings.”
- “Please be discreet about the surprise party so Jenna doesn't find out.”
Not to be confused with 'discrete', meaning separate or distinct. A memory hook: in 'discrete' the two e's are kept apart.