indiscrete
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- indiscretely adverb
- indiscreteness noun
Etymology
Origin of indiscrete
First recorded in 1600–10, indiscrete is from the Latin word indiscrētus undivided. See in- 3, discrete
Example Sentences
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He has been every bit as bigoted, undisciplined, indiscrete, thin-skinned and braggadocious as his campaign promised.
From The Guardian
The causes of racial disparities, in health and across society, are numerous and indiscrete.
From Scientific American
"Because some online programs have manifested distorted values, hedonism, inferior quality, vulgar content, debased style, and indiscrete language … strengthened guidance is urgently needed," the regulation read.
From Los Angeles Times
“Anthony is here,” a solemn-faced hotel employee said that evening, requesting anonymity out of fear that he, too, might be fired for speaking indiscretely.
From New York Times
Trump’s indiscrete actions showed “indifference, lack of care, ego and contempt for process,” he said.
From The Guardian
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