What is another word for Discretely?

Pronunciation: [dɪskɹˈiːtli] (IPA)

Discretely is an adverb used to describe something done in a way that is unnoticeable or subtle. There are a number of similar words that can be used in place of discretely, including inconspicuously, quietly, subtly, surreptitiously, furtively, sneaky, and secretly. Each of these words has its own connotation and should be chosen based on the tone and context of the sentence. For example, inconspicuously and subtly are both used to describe actions that go unnoticed, but inconspicuously may imply a greater level of effort to blend in whereas subtly may imply a more natural method. Overall, there are a variety of synonyms available to replace the word discretely, each with their own subtle differences.

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Usage examples for Discretely

He did most Discretely answer me in all things, shewing me the danger for me to meddle either in ships or merchandise of any sort or common stocks, but what I have to keep at interest, which is a good, quiett, and easy profit, and once in a little while something offers that with ready money you may make use of money to good profit.
"Diary of Samuel Pepys, Complete Transcribed From The Shorthand Manuscript In The Pepysian Library Magdalene College Cambridge By The Rev. Mynors Bright"
Samuel Pepys Commentator: Lord Braybrooke
"Besides, if I'm going to give it to them at all, I've to get them red handed in their dirty scheme, or all the blame will be on me," he added Discretely.
"Botchan (Master Darling)"
Mr. Kin-nosuke Natsume, trans. by Yasotaro Morri
It is one of the gallantest figures among the poetes so it be vsed Discretely and in his right kinde, but many of these makers that be not halfe their craftes maisters, do very often abuse it and also many waies.
"The Arte of English Poesie"
George Puttenham

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