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单词 indiscretion
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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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Paying attention and being careful

indiscretionnoun [ C/U ]

us/ˌɪn·dɪˈskreʃ·ən/

lack of care in saying or doing things that should be kept secret, or an act or statement that shows such lack of care:

[ C ] youthful indiscretions
[ U ] This sort of indiscretion is unforgivable!
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