Acceptable
Acceptable adjective - Of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards.
Discreet and acceptable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Discreet" instead an adjective "Acceptable".
Discreet
Discreet adjective - Having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech.
Acceptable and discreet are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Acceptable" instead an adjective "Discreet".
Nearby Words: discreetly, discreetness
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Polo playing or fox hunting can be used to demonstrate a savvy character who expresses disturbing brutality in socially acceptable or discreet ways.
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Once a Victorian lady had safely produced an heir and a spare, it was socially acceptable for her to engage in a discreet affair.
Source: Uncanny Family Resemblance - Cigarette of Anxiety: Because Smoking Is Cool, this expression of insecurity is discreet enough to be acceptable as well.
Source: Gender Dynamics Index
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