indiscretionnoun
uk/ˌɪn.dɪˈskreʃ.ən/us/ˌɪn.dɪˈskreʃ.ən/[ U ] the quality of being indiscreet:
Jones was censured for indiscretion in leaking a secret report to the press.
[ C ] something, especially a sexual relationship, that is considered embarrassing or morally wrong:
We should forgive him a few youthful indiscretions.
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Inconsiderate
- cavalier
- cowboy
- crass
- inconsiderate
- indiscreet
- indiscriminate
- insensitive
- irresponsible
- tactless
- thoughtless
- uncaring
- unchristian
- unthinking
- wanton
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