Archives for December 2019

Definition of Discrthe freedom to decide what should be done in a certain situExamples of Discretion in a senBecause my daughter spends money recklessly, I have to give out her allowance at my discretion. Parents have the discretion to determine which television programs their children may watch. The door attendant at the hottest nightclub has discretion over who can … [Read more...] about Discretion used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disseparate; distinct; indivExamples of Discrete in a senBrown and white rice are two discrete varieties. Though the average person might just call them red, both amber and burgundy are discrete colors. Though they are both citrus, lemons and limes are two discrete fruits. She appeared to be wearing a dress, but her shirt and skirt were actually two … [Read more...] about Discrete used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discrea difference or inconsistency especially between things that should be theExamples of Discrepancy in a senThe police were confused by the discrepancy between the testimonies of the two witnesses who saw the same event. Because of a discrepancy in the witness’ testimony, the defense attorney has asked the judge to drop the charges against his … [Read more...] about Discrepancy used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disnot attracting attention; being careful about what one says or does to avoid embarrassing or upsetting oExamples of Discreet in a senHoping to avoid detection, the shoplifter tried to be discreet while walking through the store. The married politician wanted to keep his affair discreet and hidden. If you want to be discreet, do not drive a flashy … [Read more...] about Discreet used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discto harm the good reputExamples of Discredit in a senThe way Leonard responded to the customer was a discredit to the company’s service policy. During the divorce, he did some pretty terrible things to bring discredit upon his wife. The gross misconduct by one employee brought discredit on the whole company. The long-held belief fell into a state of … [Read more...] about Discredit used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discthe finding, locating, or uncovering of someExamples of Discovery in a senThe discovery of gold led many people to travel to Texas by wagon. After the scientist’s discovery, people were cured of the deadly disease. The police’s discovery of the body led many people to question who committed the crime. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Discovery used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discofound; located, often by accExamples of Discovered in a senWhile digging deep down in the ground, the scientist discovered dinosaur bones that had been buried for millions of years. The doctor thinks he has discovered a cure for HIV and has used his findings to help two different patients. Because he discovered a short cut to the park, Terry doesn’t … [Read more...] about Discovered used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discourrude; impExamples of Discourteous in a senAlthough she considers herself a straight-shooter, my aunt’s blunt tone often comes across as rude and discourteous. Constantly yelling and screaming, my discourteous neighbor is obnoxiously rude. The representative was discourteous and lost the sale by asking rude questions. Complaining about the … [Read more...] about Discourteous used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discwritten or spoken communication or dExamples of Discourse in a senThe discourse between the two candidates has not been friendly. Stranded on the deserted island, the castaway longed for discourse with another human being.  A major disadvantage of online discourse is that people can often say whatever they like in complete anonymity. Although the … [Read more...] about Discourse used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discouhaving lost confidence orExamples of Discouraged in a senThe two dogs became discouraged from the dog biscuit rolling under the couch. Discouraged Timmy lost the race and pouted near the finish line. If you get discouraged with the trigonometry problem, take a break and come back to it later. As I rounded the corner to the grocery store, I … [Read more...] about Discouraged used in sentence example & words in English