discreetly-formed
|dis-creet-ly-formed|
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/dɪˈskritli fɔrmd/
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/dɪˈskriːtli fɔːmd/
carefully shaped
Etymology
'discreetly-formed' originates from the English word 'discreet,' which comes from the Latin word 'discretus,' meaning 'separated' or 'distinct.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'formed' is derived from the Latin 'formare,' meaning 'to shape.'
'discretus' transformed into the Old French word 'discret,' and eventually became the modern English word 'discreet.' The combination with 'formed' is a modern English construction.
Initially, 'discreet' meant 'separated' or 'distinct,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'careful and circumspect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
formed in a manner that is careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
The discreetly-formed plan ensured that no one was offended.
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Last updated: 2025/05/30 04:34