DISCREET, a. L., Gr. It is sometimes written discrete the distinction between discreet and discrete are arbitrary, but perhaps not entirely useless. The literal sense is, separate, reserved, wary, hence discerning.
1. Prudent wise in avoiding errors or evil, and in selecting the best means to accomplish a purpose circumspect cautious wary not rash.
It is the discreet man, not the witty, nor the learned, nor the brave, who guides the conversation, and gives measures to society.
Let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise. Genesis 41 .