discreet [dɪsˈkriːt]
discreet
discreet(
dihs
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krit
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (prudent)
Rob was discreet when discussing his family's financial challenges.Rob era discreto al hablar de los problemas financieros de su familia.
b. prudencial
The photographer took candid photographs of the newlyweds from a discreet distance.El fotógrafo tomó fotos espontáneas de los recién casados desde una distancia prudencial.
2. (not showy)
a. discreto
The hotel has discreet decor and lighting so travelers can relax after a long day.El hotel tiene una decoración e iluminación discretas para que los viajeros puedan relajarse después de un largo día.
b. sobrio
I like the cut. I just wish it came in more discreet colors.Me gusta el corte. Sólo quisiera que viniera en colores más sobrios.
discreetadjective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (general)
a. discreto(a)
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