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Discrete (pronounced dihs-KREET , from the Latin discretus and perhaps discernere , meaning to separate) is an adjective meaning separate and distinct. Discretion and discreet derive from the same origin and have to do with the use of separate or individual judgement.

This word suggested by: Johan Karlsson

Last updated on: Apr 05, 2005

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