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discrete

/dɪˈskriːt/ adjective · British & US

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What does discrete mean?

adjective

Separate and distinct; not continuous or connected.

Example

"The discrete units of the puzzle made it easy to assemble."

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Etymologically related

discrete distinct disjoin dissever

Synonyms for discrete

separate distinct isolated disjoint disconnected separate

Antonyms of discrete

continuous connected unbroken

Rhymes with discrete

distinct connect intersect insert