indiscreetly
Definition
Adverb: * In a manner lacking discretion, prudence, or good judgment; without careful thought for the consequences of one's words or actions. It describes acting or speaking in a way that is not careful, tactful, or wise, often revealing private or sensitive information.
Usage
The adverb "indiscreetly" modifies a verb to describe how an action is performed. It is used to criticize or note that someone acted without the necessary caution or reserve. * It typically describes speaking, asking, behaving, or handling information. * It implies a negative judgment on the action, suggesting it was unwise, tactless, or inappropriate.
Examples
- Speaking/Asking: "She indiscreetly inquired about their private finances at the dinner table."
- Behaving: "He indiscreetly left the confidential documents on his desk for anyone to see."
- Sharing Information: "The details of the merger were indiscreetly leaked to the press before the official announcement."
Advanced Usage
- "To act indiscreetly": A common collocation meaning to behave without proper caution or judgment.
- The ambassador was warned not to act indiscreetly during the sensitive negotiations.
- "To speak indiscreetly": A common collocation meaning to talk without filtering one's words for appropriateness or secrecy.
- He tends to speak indiscreetly after a few drinks.
Variants and Related Words
- Indiscreet (adjective): Describes a person or an action that lacks discretion.
- An indiscreet remark.
- Indiscretion (noun): An instance of indiscreet behavior or a lapse in judgment.
- A youthful indiscretion.
- Discreetly (adverb): The antonym, meaning in a careful, prudent, and tactful manner.
- She discreetly changed the subject.
Synonyms
- Tactlessly: Without sensitivity in dealing with others.
- Imprudently: Without wise forethought; unwisely.
- Injudiciously: Showing poor judgment; unwise.
- Carelessly: Without sufficient attention or thought, leading to potential harm or mistake.
Antonyms
- Discreetly
- Prudently
- Tactfully
- Judiciously
- Carefully
Adverb
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without discretion or wisdom or self-restraint
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she inquired indiscreetly after the state of his health
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