Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun discreetness

2 senses of discreetness

Sense 1
discretion, discreetness, circumspection, prudence -- (knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion")
       => sagacity, sagaciousness, judgment, judgement, discernment -- (the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations)

Sense 2
delicacy, diplomacy, discreetness, finesse -- (subtly skillful handling of a situation)
       => tact, tactfulness -- (consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense)