2022 · Q116
Directions : In the following questions a particular word is provided. Four sentences have been framed, one of which makes use of the word correctly. You are required to select the correct option and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
‘Discrete’
EnglishFill in the Blanks
- AThe manager was asked to make discrete enquiries about the new client.
- BThe discrete noise-cancelling headphones are very expensive.
- CThe discrete series had many intervening gaps.
- DIt is important to be discrete while dealing with sensitive material.
Explanation
"Discrete" means separate or distinct; "discreet" means tactful or unobtrusive. Only option C ("The two companies are discrete entities") uses "discrete" correctly to mean separate. Options A, B and D use "discrete" where "discreet" (tactful) is meant. Hence option C.