discretion
Meaning
- (uncountable, usually) The quality of being discreet.
- (uncountable, usually) The ability to make wise choices or decisions.
- (uncountable, usually) The freedom to make one's own judgements.
- (uncountable, usually) The freedom to make one's own judgements.
Synonyms
discretionary powers
ability
Translations
discrétion
discreción
discrezione
Umsicht
beleid
discreció
discriçãoFrequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/dɪˈskɹɛʃən/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English discrecioun, from Old French discretion, from Late Latin discrētiō, from Latin discerno. Equivalent to discreet + -ion.
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