Word: discreetly
Part of speech: Adverb
Syllables: dis
creet
ly
Definition: Acting in a discreet manner; acting in a way that respects privacy or secrecy; quietly
Morphemes:
Affix: discreet
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Respectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: discrētus
Language: la
Decoded: discretus
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: discreet, prudent
Affix: -ly
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adverbs from adjectives.