Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

indiscretion

noun

/ˌɪndɪˈskrɛʃən/

Definition

Lack of discretion; a lack of good judgment in behavior or speech, especially in revealing private information.

Examples

His indiscretion at the party caused an awkward situation.
The journalist was criticized for her indiscretion in publishing private details.
It was an indiscretion to share confidential information with a colleague.

Meaning

Indiscretion refers to an act or instance of being indiscreet, where someone makes a poor choice or reveals something that should have been kept private.