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discreet

/dɪˈskɹiːt/
adjective
  1. Respectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.

    "John just doesn't understand that laughing at Mary all day is not very discreet."

  2. Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.

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