discreet

S2 W2

BrE /dɪˈskriːt/ AmE /dɪˈskriːt/

adjective en → es

1 RESERVED [attributive], [predicative] B1

careful not to say or do anything that might cause embarrassment, anger, etc.

reservado, discreto

Collocations discreet advice · discreet questions

She was very discreet about her private life.

Ella fue muy reservada con su vida privada.

2 CAUTIOUS [attributive], [predicative] B2

careful and cautious, especially when dealing with a difficult situation or secret information.

cauteloso, prudente

Collocations discreet negotiations · discreet inquiries

The company was very discreet in its dealings with the media.

La empresa fue muy cautelosa en sus tratos con los medios de comunicación.