discreetness |
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| 1. | [ noun ] knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | |
| Synonyms: | discretion prudence circumspection | |
| Examples: | "the servants showed great tact and discretion" |
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| Related terms: | sagacity confidentiality | |
| 2. | [ noun ] subtly skillful handling of a situation | |
| Synonyms: | diplomacy finesse delicacy | |
| Related terms: | tact | |
| Similar spelling: |
discreteness discretion discreetly discredit discredited discretional |
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