adjective

indiscreet

ihn-dihs-KREET

Indiscreet (adjective) means Careless about what one says or reveals; lacking good judgment about privacy or tact. Example: “It was indiscreet of him to discuss her salary in front of colleagues.”

adjective

Careless about what one says or reveals; lacking good judgment about privacy or tact.

"It was indiscreet of him to discuss her salary in front of colleagues."

"She regretted the indiscreet remark as soon as it left her mouth."

How to use indiscreet

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBlabbing or acting without enough care for tact or secrecy.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with "indiscrete" (not divided into parts) — completely different word, same spelling minus one letter.

Easily confused with

indiscrete

Word forms

indiscreeter comparative, indiscreetest superlative

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Etymology

Formed from in- (\"not\") plus discreet.

Rhymes for indiscreet

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Frequently asked questions

What does “indiscreet” mean?

The word “indiscreet” means careless about what one says or reveals; lacking good judgment about privacy or tact. In plain terms, blabbing or acting without enough care for tact or secrecy.

How do you pronounce “indiscreet”?

“Indiscreet” is pronounced ihn-dihs-KREET (/ɪndɪsˈkɹiːt/ in IPA).

How do you use “indiscreet” in a sentence?

Here is “indiscreet” used in a sentence: “It was indiscreet of him to discuss her salary in front of colleagues.”

What part of speech is “indiscreet”?

“Indiscreet” is an adjective.