indiscrete

See also: indiscrète

English

Etymology

From Latin indiscretus (“unseparated”). See indiscreet.

Adjective

indiscrete (comparative more indiscrete, superlative most indiscrete)

1. Not discrete mathematically.
2. Not divided into discrete parts.
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     an indiscrete mass of confused matter

3. Obsolete form of indiscreet.

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Synonyms

• nondiscrete

Usage notes

In modern standard spelling, indiscrete (not divided into discrete parts) is not to be confused with indiscreet (conspicuous; incautious).

Anagrams

• cretinised, indiscreet, iridescent

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Italian

Adjective

indiscrete

1. (deprecated template usage) Feminine plural of adjective indiscreto.

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Romanian

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): [in.disˈkre.te]

Noun

indiscrete

1. indefinite feminine plural nominative/accusative of indiscret
2. indefinite neuter plural nominative/accusative of indiscret