discreetly
Translation
discreetly, cautiously, unobtrusively
Examples
He discreetly passed the note to her.
He discreetly passed the note to her.
She discreetly left the party early.
She discreetly left the party early.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) discreetly to do something in a careful and prudent manner She discreetly checked her phone during the meeting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: subtly, cautiously, inconspicuously; Antonyms: openly, obviously, blatantly
Etymology
From Latin 'discretus' (separated, distinct), implying careful judgment. The '-ly' suffix forms the adverb.
Memory Tips
Think of doing something 'discreetly' as doing it 'secretly'. The sound is similar, and the meaning is about not drawing attention.