discreetness (Meaning)

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discreetness (n)

knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

subtly skillful handling of a situation

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knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress, subtly skillful handling of a situation

prudence, discretion, sense, wit, wisdom, horse sense, levelheadedness, policy, brains, judgment

carelessness, stupidity, idiocy, imprudence,indiscretion, shortsightedness, carelessness, stupidity, indiscretion, shortsightedness

The nurse promised to treat the patient's personal information with discreetness.

The event organizer maintained discreetness about the guest list to ensure privacy.

The discreetness of the secret service agent allowed the president to move freely without causing a scene.

The company's policy on employee conduct emphasized the need for discreetness in handling sensitive information.