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Meaning of discrete
The primary meaning of "discrete" refers to something that is separate, distinct, and individual.
Etymology of discrete
The word "discrete" comes from the Latin "discretus", which is the past participle of "discernere", meaning "to separate" or "to distinguish".
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe things that are separate, distinct, and individual.
Synonyms
separate
distinct
individual
unique
detached
isolated
disconnected
unconnected
independent
self-contained
solitary
alone
apart
detached
disconnected
discontinuous
noncontinuous
segmented
divided
fragmented
scattered
sporadic
intermittent
periodic
isolated
solo
single
lone
unrelated
unassociated
dissociated
divorced
separate
discrete
individualized
specialized
specific
particular
certain
definite
exact
precise
specific
explicit
clear
distinct
unmistakable
apparent
evident
obvious
manifest
patent
plain
separate
independent
freestanding
self-supporting
autonomous
sovereign
distinct
different
distinguishable
recognizable
identifiable
separate
individual
unique
peculiar
special
exceptional
exclusive
singular
rare
unusual
uncommon
distinct
apart
alone
solitary
separate
individual
distinct
unique
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unique.
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "discrete" can be defined as:
- * Individual and separate, rather than joined or connected.
- * Distinct and separate in form or character.
- * (Of a variable or quantity) having a set of distinct values rather than a continuous range of values.
- * (Of a signal or other variation) having a set of distinct values rather than a continuous range of values.
Usage Examples
- The professor tried to make the complex concept more discrete by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable parts.
- The city is composed of discrete neighborhoods, each with its own unique character and charm.
- The company uses discrete manufacturing to produce customized products.
Antonyms
connected
continuous
joined
united
linked
associated
attached
combined
merged
integrated
amalgamated
blended
mixed
intertwined
interrelated
correlated
related
cohesive
uniform
homogeneous
identical
indistinguishable
inseparable
indivisible
undivided
unbroken
uninterrupted
unseparated
adjacent
adjoining
contiguous
adjacent
abutting
bordering
neighboring
proximate
near
close
adjacent
touching
contacting
meeting
intersecting
converging
coinciding.