discrétion

Definitions of discrétion
  1. noun
    the trait of being uncommunicative
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    antonyms:
    sens de la communication
    the trait of being communicative
    types:
    silence
    a refusal to speak when expected
    silence
    the trait of keeping things secret
    réserve, silence
    the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary
    type of:
    caractéristique, trait de caractère
    a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
  2. noun
    formality and propriety of manner
    synonyms: modestie, réserve
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    type of:
    bienséance, civilité, savoir-vivre
    correct or appropriate behavior
  3. noun
    a refusal to speak when expected
    synonyms: silence
  4. noun
    the trait of keeping things secret
    synonyms: silence
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