discrete — individually separate and distinct
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: individually separate and distinct
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈskriːt/
Example Sentences
- My professor loves discrete math so much, he counts sheep in binary code.
- The survey uses discrete response options: strongly agree, agree, neutral, disagree, strongly disagree.
- Unlike height which is continuous, shoe size comes in discrete values.
discrete
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈskriːt/]
individually separate and distinct
The scientist sorts samples into discrete containers, each clearly separated from the others.
Dis crete blocks float apart - each one separate and distinct!
Discrete concrete blocks complete the masterpiece!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'discretus', the past participle of 'discernere' meaning 'to separate' or 'to distinguish'. The prefix 'dis-' means apart, and 'cernere' means to sift or distinguish.
Breakdown
dis- (apart) + cernere (to separate/distinguish) + -ete (adjective ending) = discrete (separately distinct)
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📝Examples
“My professor loves discrete math so much, he counts sheep in binary code.”
“The survey uses discrete response options: strongly agree, agree, neutral, disagree, strongly disagree.”
“Unlike height which is continuous, shoe size comes in discrete values.”
“The robot's movements were discrete and jerky, like it was dancing to dubstep.”
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