discreetness
- n knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
- n subtly skillful handling of a situation
discourse
- n extended verbal expression in speech or writing
- n an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)
- n an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
- v to consider or examine in speech or writing
- v carry on a conversation
- v talk at length and formally about a topic
discourtesy
- n an expression of lack of respect
- n a manner that is rude and insulting
- n a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others