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discreto — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  • demure adjective Quiet, modest, and reserved in manner.
  • discreet adj Careful and tactful in what one says or does, especially to avoid causing embarrassment.
  • discrete adj Separate and distinct from other things, rather than continuous or connected.
  • inconspicuous adj Not easily noticed; blending into the background.
  • tactful adj Careful and sensitive when dealing with other people, especially in awkward situations.
  • understated adjective Simple and restrained rather than showy or exaggerated.
  • unobtrusive adj Not obtrusive; not blatant or noticeable; discreet, inconspicuous.

Senses

discreto is used for these senses in English:

  • coy Reluctant to give details about something sensitive; notably prudish.
  • discrete Separate; distinct; individual; non-continuous.
  • inconspicuous Not prominent nor easily noticeable. [from 1828]
  • tactful Possessing tact; able to deal with people in a sensitive manner.
  • unobtrusive Not obtrusive; not blatant or noticeable; discreet, inconspicuous.

coy — full definition

  1. adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  2. adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.

demure — full definition

  1. adjective Quiet, modest, and reserved in manner.
  2. adjective Putting on an exaggerated show of modesty or seriousness.

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