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   Discreet , a. [Compar. Discreeter ; superl. Discreetest.] [F. discret, L. discretus separated (whence the meaning reserved, prudent), p. p. of discernere. See Discern, and cf. Discrete.]
   Possessed of discernment, especially in avoiding error or evil, and in the adaptation of means to ends; prudent; sagacious; judicious; not rash or heedless; cautious.
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   It is the discreet man, not the witty, nor the learned, nor the brave, who guides the conversation, and gives measures to society.
   Addison.
   
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   Satire 's my weapon, but I 'm too discreet
   To run amuck, and tilt at all I meet.
   Pope.
   
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   The sea is silent, the sea is discreet.
   Longfellow.
   
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   Differing; distinct. [Obs.]
   Spenser.
   -- Dis*creet"ly, adv. -- Dis*creet"ness, n.