indiscreet
Meanings
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adjective
Acting or speaking without proper consideration for the consequences; unguarded.
- "His indiscreet comments got him into trouble."
- "She was indiscreet in sharing confidential information."
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adjective
Lacking proper discretion; not circumspect.
- "The indiscreet traveler revealed sensitive information to the wrong people."
- "The indiscreet artist's work was criticized for its explicit content."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with indiscreetcreet , meet , treat , sleet , suite , suite , suite , sweet
Variants
List of all variants of indiscreet that leads to same resultindiscreet , indiscreetly , indiscreetness , indiscreetnesses
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originated from the Old French word 'descreter,' meaning 'to sift or sieve,' which later evolved to mean 'to separate the wheat from the chaff,' and eventually came to mean 'to be discreet' or 'to keep secrets.'
Trivia
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The term 'indiscreet' was first used in English in the 14th century.
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In the 16th century, the term 'indiscreet' was used to describe a type of wine that was not aged properly and had a harsh taste.
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The term 'indiscreet' can also be used to describe a person who is not fashionable or trendy.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
discretion: The ability to make prudent judgments and keep information confidential.
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confidentiality: The maintenance of secrecy or privacy, especially with regard to personal or business information.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The term 'indiscreet' has been used extensively in literature and art, often to describe characters or situations where discretion was lacking. For instance, in Fyodor Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment,' the protagonist Raskolnikov is described as indiscreet when he fails to hide his guilt and intentions from others. In music, the 1958 song 'The Unforgettable' by Nat King Cole includes the line 'You're indiscreet, you're indiscreet, you're indiscreet,' which is repeated throughout the chorus.
How to Memorize "indiscreet"
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visualize
- Visualize a person speaking without thinking before they act or share information, leading to unwanted consequences.
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associate
- Associate the word 'indiscreet' with the image of a person revealing sensitive information to the wrong person.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'I N D I S C R E E T': 'I Never Disclose Sensitive Confidential Information Easily'.
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