discreet

adjective (discreet, more discreet, most discreet)

«discreet» in the English dictionary: everyday and in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Careful not to say or show things that should be kept secret; tactful. tree →

In the lessons

in stories a discreet servant keeps a secret for the king or for a friend

Examples

Be discreet and don't tell anyone the surprise. tree →
She was discreet about her gift. tree →
A discreet friend never tells secrets. tree →

Note

nothing for maths

In Jewish tradition

In the Torah, Joseph is called discreet and wise, fit to rule the land of Egypt.

Interpretation. The tradition sees Joseph's wisdom as a gift from God, and his advice to Pharaoh as the reason he rose to power.

Examples

Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt. (Torah GEN.41.33, JPS 1917) tree →
And Pharaoh said unto Joseph: 'Forasmuch as God hath shown thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou. (Torah GEN.41.39, JPS 1917) tree →
Then for Zechariah his son, a discreet counsellor, they cast lots; and his lot came out northward. (Writings 1CH.26.14, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

nothing for maths

On Mova

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