indiscretion

[in-di-skresh-uhn]

noun

1. lack of discretion; imprudence.

2. an indiscreet act, remark, etc.

indiscretion

/ ˌɪndɪˈskrɛʃən /

noun

1. the characteristic or state of being indiscreet

2. an indiscreet act, remark, etc

Other Word Forms

• indiscretionary adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of indiscretion¹

1300–50; Middle English < Late Latin indiscrētiōn- (stem of indiscrētiō ). See in- ³, discretion

Example Sentences

Vance’s defense of the Young Republicans centers on the argument that society has become too quick to permanently destroy people’s lives over youthful indiscretions.

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So it is for the musician themselves, who all began as fans, and the ones highlighted here took it seriously, youthful indiscretions notwithstanding.

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As with any building work, finding evidence of past life and indiscretions is not uncommon, especially in town parks.

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They spoke briefly about it before they were married and then he forgot about what he considered a youthful indiscretion by his wife.

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It’s worth noting that indiscretion, however heartfelt, became public by accident.

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• lapse 
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