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How to use indiscretion in a sentence

10 example sentences · noun

Indiscretion means the quality or state of being indiscreet; lack of discretion. Example: “He apologized for his youthful indiscretion.”

Examples of indiscretion by meaning

nounThe quality or state of being indiscreet; lack of discretion.

  • He apologized for his youthful indiscretion.
  • The scandal was caused by a single indiscretion.

nounAn indiscreet or imprudent act; indiscreet behavior.

  • forgive an indiscretion

More sentences with indiscretion

  • The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light.From the entry crumble
  • An example of a more subtle indiscretion is using an "autogreet".1996, Susan C. Herring, Computer-mediated Communication, page 50. From the entry autogreet
  • He admitted to his indiscretion and accepted a five-day RIP (reduction in pay).1991, Vincent Murano, William Hoffer, Cop Hunter, page 73. From the entry rip
  • Can one by it put away lust, and hate, delusion . . . indiscretion'?1960, Kathāvatthu. From the entry forthleading
  • It was—pardon me, Monsieur—it was an indiscretion of the first water to keep it.1928, Agatha Christie, The Mystery of the Blue Train. From the entry of the first water
  • The young man's lucky star shone full on him, and dazzled him to a seeming indiscretion.1903, E. Nesbit, The Man with the Boots. From the entry lucky star
  • If, actually your conversation was supportive rather than a slagfest, the only thing you have to be ashamed of is your indiscretion.2007, Nicole Banerji, How to Gossip, page 71. From the entry slagfest

Meaning of indiscretion

  1. noun The quality or state of being indiscreet; lack of discretion.
  2. noun An indiscreet or imprudent act; indiscreet behavior.
  3. noun A brief sexual liaison.

Full definition of indiscretion

Questions about indiscretion in a sentence

How do you use indiscretion in a sentence?
Indiscretion is used as a noun. For example: “He apologized for his youthful indiscretion.”
What is a short sentence with indiscretion?
“forgive an indiscretion”
What does indiscretion mean?
Indiscretion means the quality or state of being indiscreet; lack of discretion.

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