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Discreet vs. Discrete
Discreet
/dɪˈskriːt/Examples:
They had a discreet meeting to discuss sensitive issues.The detective was discreet in his surveillance of the suspect.Choose a discreet location for the surprise party setup.
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Discrete
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The data points are plotted as discrete values.Her tasks are divided into discrete, manageable units.Discrete math is essential in algorithm design.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Discreet contains two es and is related to being secretive or careful, like keeping things een from view.
- Discrete has the word set in it, indicating something that is distinct or separate, like individual sets in mathematics.
- Remember that discrete ends with ete which sounds like separate, emphasizing individuality.
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