C2
discrete vs discretion vs indiscretion
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| discreteadjective/dɪˈskriːt/ | Meaning Separate and clearly different from other things. | Goes with — | Example The course is divided into three discrete parts. |
| discretionnoun/dɪˈskreʃ.ən/ | Meaning the freedom to decide what to do, or the care not to reveal private matters | Goes with at your discretion | Example The lawyer handled the case with great discretion. |
| indiscretionnoun/ˌɪn.dɪˈskreʃ.ən/ | Meaning a careless act or remark, especially one that reveals secrets or causes embarrassment | Goes with youthful indiscretion | Example She forgave his youthful indiscretions and moved on. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The course is divided into three parts.