English noun: discreetness | |||
1. | discreetness (cognition) knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | ||
Samples | The servants showed great tact and discretion. | ||
Synonyms | circumspection, discretion, prudence | ||
Broader (hypernym) | discernment, judgement, judgment, sagaciousness, sagacity | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | confidentiality | ||
2. | discreetness (attribute) subtly skillful handling of a situation | ||
Synonyms | delicacy, diplomacy, finesse | ||
Broader (hypernym) | tact, tactfulness | ||